Envision Unlimited is a full spectrum of care organization serving people with disabilities from infants to 80+ years old regardless of race, gender, religion, or ability to pay. Founded in Chicago in 1948, Envision Unlimited has a legacy of evolving care delivered with empathy, every time and everywhere. Innovative services offered across Chicagoland and Central Illinois include community living options, novel day programs, behavioral health services, employment programs, respite for families, and foster care for children with disabilities.
Purpose:
The Host Family Respite will evaluate and provide training to residents in daily living and social skills in order to assist them in achieving and maintaining their maximum level of functioning with independent community living.
Essential Responsibilities, include but are not limited to:
Plan menus and assist with meal preparation as required. Monitor and observe residents with special dietary needs.
Work a flexible schedule with the following availability:
Weekdays
Monday- Friday Morning/afternoon 10am-2pm
Monday-Friday late afternoon/evening 4pm -9pm
Weekends
Saturday 10am-8pm
Sunday 10am -8pm
OTHER EXPECTATIONS
Employees shall respect the diversity of all individuals (e.g., clients, co-workers, stakeholders) and refrain from any form of discrimination and/or harassment based on religious, marital, ethnic, racial, gender, sexual orientation, or other differences.
Employees share the responsibility of creating and maintaining a welcoming and supportive work environment.
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Envision Unlimited empowers individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities to live life to the fullest by providing a full spectrum of care for individuals with disabilities ranging in age from infancy to 80+.