Lambs Farm·Libertyville, Illinois
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.
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.
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 hourly rate for this role is $18.00 per hour
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.
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.
Market 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.