Group Respite SLA
The Supported Living Assistant provides support and service to clients who have intellectual disabilities living in their natural home environment. This part-time position consists of working 1:1 with an individual in their own home and community. Qualified persons will have own reliable transportation, valid driver’s license, vehicle insurance, and a high school diploma.
Hours: Two Saturdays per month: 9:00am-2:30pm
Pay: $21.35/hr
Responsibilities: Assisting clients who have intellectual disabilities
General Duties: The In Home Respite SLA reports to the Respite Coordinator. The In Home Respite SLA provides direct support and services to clients in the Respite Services Program and acts to ensure the well being of these clients.
Essential Functions:
1. Act as a member of the Community Support Team (CST) to ensure that direct supports
and services are provided in accordance with the client’s individual support plan. Participate in client meetings as directed.
2. Provide supervision and training in the activities of daily living, including, but not limited
to; community outings, personal hygiene, money management skills, consumer skills development, mobility skills, housekeeping skills, personal health skills, cooking skills, laundry skills, and social skills.
3. Implement and record client progress on individualized program goals, daily checklists,
behavioral objectives, and any other related data sheets.
4. Consult with Respite Coordinator in regard to client needs, long term goals and
individual objectives.
5. Maintain contact with the Respite Coordinator on a monthly basis.
6. Exhibit initiative and flexibility in handling unexpected situations, problems, temporary
tasks, and emergency situations. Utilize emergency contact form when necessary
per guidelines.
QualificationsRequirements:
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Valid driver’s license required
- Must be at least 18 years of age
Clearbrook is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Skills Required
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Valid driver's license
- Reliable transportation
- Vehicle insurance
- At least 18 years of age
What We Do
Clearbrook is an Illinois nonprofit human-services organization that supports more than 8,000 children and adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities and their families. Through more than 80 Chicagoland locations, it provides home-based support, community day programs, employment services, residential care, clinical services, early intervention, therapies, and other children’s programs. Its mission is to help people with disabilities live their fullest lives possible.







