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. Our diverse facilities, including a farmyard, pet adoption center, restaurant, bakery, country store, and thrift store, delight the public while equipping our participants with crucial employment skills in a supportive environment.

Lambs Farm is a nurturing community where participants are empowered to choose their paths, from work to leisure activities, fostering self-reliance and personal growth. It is also a place where families can teach their children about inclusivity and understanding people with disabilities.

Do you have a zest for community service, love engaging with dynamic settings, and seek to make a meaningful daily impact? Lambs Farm might just be your dream workplace. Here, we embody hard work, excellent care, and a commitment to cultivating the human spirit.

Summary

We're looking for a Home-Based Support (HBS) Self-Direction Assistant (SDA)/QIDP to play a key role in assisting individuals and families in utilizing Home-Based Services funding to provide necessary support to Participants. This position requires a compassionate professional who can effectively coordinate services, manage documentation, and empower individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities to thrive in their homes and communities.

The Role

• Provide assistance with monthly and annual budgeting of allotted Home-Based Services funds.
• Prepare and update annual budgets and service agreements to reflect participant needs and program changes.
• Train and assist participants and families with timekeeping and other employer-related tasks required to interface with the Fiscal Management Agency.
• Complete monthly billing case notes for Self-Direction Assistant services rendered.
• Maintain required monthly, quarterly, and annual documentation to ensure compliance with Illinois Home-Based Services requirements.
• Research and share information about beneficial services and resources with participants and their families.
• Ensure all service providers meet the requirements for participation in Home-Based Services.
• Travel to client homes to conduct meetings and provide in-person support as needed.
• Attend meetings, in-services, and seminars as required.
• Demonstrate competency with Lambs Farm's policies and procedures.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Special Education or related human service field.
• Minimum one year of experience working with individuals with intellectual/developmental disabilities.
• Certification as a Qualified Intellectual Disabilities Professional (QIDP) or ability to complete QIDP training within 6 months from date of hire.
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation for travel to client homes.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency in writing, speaking, and understanding English.
• Proficiency in basic computer skills, including accurate typing, navigating websites, entering and recalling data, using word processors and spreadsheet software, managing emails, and familiarity with digital communication etiquette and techniques.

Compensation

The salary for this role is $48,880 annually.

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.