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Direct Support Professional (DSP), Day Services

Lambs Farm·Libertyville, Illinois

Full Time·On Site·0-2 yrs·Posted 13 days ago
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About the role

Facilitate engaging daily programming and activities to support adults with developmental disabilities in achieving personal goals. Provide direct care, assist with community integration, and maintain accurate documentation while ensuring a safe and person-centered environment.

Join Our Mission at Lambs Farm

At Lambs Farm, we are passionately committed to enriching the lives of adults with developmental disabilities by providing them with meaningful work opportunities in a vibrant and intentional community. For over six decades, our farmyard, restaurants, stores, residential programs, and community services have helped individuals lead productive, fulfilling lives while building confidence, independence, and meaningful connections.

As we continue to expand our Day Services programs, we are creating new opportunities for participants to explore creativity, develop life skills, and engage more fully in their communities. Through LF Studios, Quest programming, and retirement services, participants are encouraged to pursue personal interests, build meaningful relationships, and achieve individual goals in a supportive and engaging environment.

Lambs Farm is a place where dignity, empowerment, and personal growth guide every interaction. Here, staff and participants work together to create experiences that inspire confidence, independence, and lifelong learning.

Do you enjoy helping others discover new interests, develop skills, and achieve meaningful goals? Lambs Farm may be the place for you.

Summary

We are seeking a compassionate and enthusiastic Direct Support Professional to join our Day Services team. In this hands-on role, you will support adults with developmental disabilities as they participate in creative arts, life enrichment activities, retirement programming, and community experiences designed to promote independence and personal growth.

Reporting to Day Services leadership, you will facilitate engaging daily programming and transportation needs while implementing individualized supports that help participants build confidence, learn new skills, and pursue meaningful experiences. This role offers the opportunity to make a direct impact while working in a collaborative, mission-driven environment.

  • The Role
  • Facilitate engaging activities within Quest programs, LF Studios, employment, and retirement services that encourage creativity, learning, and social engagement
  • Support participants in exploring new interests through art, yoga, computer learning, wellness activities, and other hands-on experiences
  • Implement individualized service plans that promote independence, personal growth, and achievement of participant goals
  • Provide direct support and guidance while encouraging self-advocacy and skill development
  • Assist participants with daily activities and support needs while maintaining dignity and person-centered practices
  • Facilitate community integration through field trips, volunteer opportunities, recreational activities, and other community-based experiences
  • Transport and accompany participants to community outings, appointments, and activities as needed
  • Observe participant progress and communicate relevant information to supervisors and interdisciplinary team members
  • Collaborate with families, healthcare providers, and internal teams to ensure coordinated participant support
  • Maintain accurate documentation, progress notes, and required program records
  • Follow agency policies, safety procedures, and participant support protocols
  • Contribute to a positive, inclusive, and engaging program environment that celebrates participant success
  • Travel locally (approximately 25-50%) to support community-based programming and participant activities

Qualifications

  • High school diploma or equivalent required
  • Successful completion of the CASAS assessment
  • Valid driver's license from Illinois, Indiana, or Wisconsin
  • Ability to obtain PACE Driver Certification within 30 days of hire
  • Experience working with adults with developmental disabilities preferred but not required
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to build positive relationships
  • Emotional maturity, patience, and a commitment to person-centered support
  • Ability to work effectively as part of a collaborative interdisciplinary team
  • Cultural sensitivity and respect for individuals of diverse backgrounds and abilities
  • Basic computer skills and ability to learn agency software systems
  • Ability to lift, transfer, and assist participants as needed, including lifting up to 50 pounds
  • Strong organizational skills and attention to detail in documentation and daily responsibilities
  • Ability to adapt to changing participant needs and program priorities

Compensation

The hourly rate for this role is $18.00 per hour

Disclaimer

As part of the pre-employment process, all employees at Lambs Farm are required to successfully complete background and registry checks and medical screenings. These measures are in place to ensure a safe and compliant environment for everyone involved. We appreciate your understanding and cooperation.

Requirements

Requires a high school diploma or equivalent and the ability to obtain PACE Driver Certification within 30 days. Candidates must possess a valid driver's license and the physical ability to assist participants, including lifting up to 50 pounds.

  • high school
  • Communication
  • Documentation
  • Patience
  • Organizational skills
  • Interpersonal skills
  • Community integration
  • Computer skills
  • Person-centered care
  • Safety protocols
  • Activity facilitation
  • Developmental disabilities support
  • Cultural sensitivity
  • Direct support
  • Self-advocacy support

Posting details

Employment type
Full Time
Work arrangement
On Site
Experience
0-2 yrs
Location
Libertyville, Illinois
Posted
Jul 29, 2026
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Hiring organization

Lambs Farm

Founded in 1961 by Bob Terese and Corinne Owen, Lambs Farm was created based on a simple belief: All people should be treated with dignity and respect and people with developmental disabilities can lead meaningful and productive lives. They opened The Lambs, a pet shop on State...

IndustryIndividual and Family Services
TypeNonprofit
Size201-500 employees
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Market context

Illinois DSP day services hiring context

Demand for Direct Support Professional roles in Illinois day services is often steady because providers need staff who can support daily routines, community activities, and individualized care. These roles are competitive when candidates bring reliable attendance, strong interpersonal skills, a valid driver’s license, and the physical ability to assist with lifting and mobility tasks. Before applying, confirm you can meet the PACE Driver Certification requirement and review the AI-summarized job requirements and benefits here, which condense the original posting to save research time.

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