Residential Program Supervisor (QIDP) – Youth with Intellectual & Developmental Disabilities

Residential Living Supervisor (QIDP Required) – Horizons Program

Live-On Campus | Private Housing Provided | Full-Time | Exempt

Mooseheart Child City & School is seeking an experienced Qualified Intellectual Disabilities Professional (QIDP) to serve as the Residential Living Supervisor for our Horizons Program
, a specialized residential program supporting youth with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (IDD/I-DD). This leadership role is ideal for a compassionate professional with experience in residential child care, developmental disability services, behavioral health, or human services who is passionate about creating safe, structured, and nurturing environments where youth can thrive. As the Residential Living Supervisor, you will oversee the daily operations of one or more residential homes, supervise Child Care Supervisors and Direct Care staff, provide case management oversight, and ensure services are delivered in accordance with person-centered planning
, trauma-informed care
, Illinois DCFS regulations
, and agency standards. This is a required live-on-campus position. To support your success, Mooseheart provides private on-campus housing as part of your employment, allowing you to remain connected to the residential community while maintaining your own private living space.

• Employer-provided private campus housing
• Lead a dedicated team serving youth with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities
• Make a lasting impact in a mission-driven residential community
• Collaborative multidisciplinary team including education, clinical, nursing, and residential professionals
• Comprehensive benefits package
• Professional development and leadership growth opportunities

Under the direction of the Director of Residential Living, the Residential Living Supervisor provides leadership, operational oversight, case management supervision, and staff development within Mooseheart's Horizons residential program. This position ensures high-quality residential services through effective supervision, regulatory compliance, interdisciplinary collaboration, and person-centered supports that promote each youth's safety, independence, emotional well-being, and overall development.

• Oversee the daily operation of assigned residential homes serving youth with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (IDD).
• Ensure a safe, structured, therapeutic, and nurturing living environment.
• Promote person-centered planning and trauma-informed care throughout residential services.
• Ensure compliance with Illinois DCFS regulations, agency policies, and quality standards.

• Supervise, coach, mentor, and evaluate Direct Care Staff.
• Support the professional development and accountability of residential staff.
• Maintain staffing schedules to ensure appropriate coverage and continuity of care.
• Foster teamwork, communication, and positive workplace culture.

• Provide comprehensive case management oversight using person-centered planning principles.
• Coordinate interdisciplinary meetings with internal teams and community providers.
• Monitor service effectiveness and recommend program improvements.
• Maintain accurate documentation regarding youth progress, services, and regulatory requirements.

• Participate in an on-call rotation to provide leadership during emergencies and ensure program continuity.
• Monitor youth engagement, therapeutic interventions, medication oversight, and daily programming.
• Assist Child Care Supervisors as needed to maintain consistent operations and youth safety.
• Maintain strict confidentiality regarding youth, staff, and agency information.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Director of Residential Living or Executive Director of Mooseheart Operations.

• Current Qualified Intellectual Disabilities Professional (QIDP) certification (required)
• Master's Degree in Social Work, Human Services, Psychology, Counseling, Special Education, or a related field
• Minimum one year of experience working in…