MORE ON COPAYS. Individuals in intermittent CILA are not exempt from copays.  The exemption is only for individuals in 24-hour residential (CILA and CLF) where all but $50 of their unearned income is applied to the cost of room and board.
 
NEW AT THE ARC! Mary McMahon is the new Marketing Coordinator, reporting to Janet Donahue, Director of Development. Mary will be responsible for coordinating the training events, maintaining databases, updating websites and social media, recruiting Sponsors and other marketing plans as needed by the Director of Development. Welcome Mary!
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Here is Mary with Janet Donahue
 
POSITION OPENING. Please share.
 
LifeShare Regional Director Position Opening
About the Job

 
LifeShare Management Group, Inc., a growing, restraint-free, community-based agency (no group homes, no sheltered workshops) supporting individuals of all ages and abilities, is now searching for a dynamic, dedicated and career-driven professional to develop and oversee our services in Illinois!
 
As the Regional Director, you will be responsible for the overall compliance, quality assurance and operations of all statewide services. This position is responsible for ongoing business development, community networking, management of the state’s budget and revenue reports and the oversight and development of all Home Care Providers and staff. Specific duties, include, but are not limited to:
 

  • Marketing and promoting LifeShare’s innovative services to funding sources, guardians and families
  • Program consultation, development and coordination
  • Recruitment, training, oversight and retention of Home Care Providers and staff
  • As needed direct support and crisis intervention

Travel required in and around the Springfield, Jacksonville, Centralia, Mount Vernon and Salem areas. A generous travel stipend is provided.

Successful candidates shall have a master’s degree in social work or related area of study from an accredited college or university and at least two years of experience in human services with at least two years of experience in a supervisory capacity OR a bachelor’s degree in social work or related area of study from an accredited college or university and at least four years of experience in human services with at least two years of experience in a supervisory capacity. Reliable transportation, clean criminal and driving records and auto insurance with $100,000/$300,000 bodily injury liability also required.
 
Our agency specializes in supporting individuals transitioning from institutionalized care to community residences. Above all, the successful candidate will possess a gift for supporting individuals who are affected by developmental disabilities and mental health issues.

Interested candidates should send a cover letter and resume detailing experience in the field. LifeShare is an EOE.

Send your resume to: S.Hunt@LifeShareInc.org
 


Tony Paulauski
Executive Director
The Arc of Illinois
20901 S. LaGrange Rd. Suite 209
Frankfort, IL 60423
815-464-1832 (OFFICE)
815-464-1832 (CELL)
Tony@www.thearcofil.org