At SFS, we are looking for qualified and caring individuals to fill a variety of unique roles.
Interested in working with us? Browse our employment opportunities below and email us your application form and resume using the link beneath each listing.
Available Positions
Operations Manager — STARS Family Services (Wheaton, IL)
Full-Time • Salaried • Faith-Based Nonprofit
STARS Family Services (SFS) is a Christian nonprofit providing safe, supportive homes and life-enriching programs for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities. We’re seeking an Operations Manager who is passionate about mission-driven work and thrives in a collaborative, people-focused environment.
About This Job
The Operations Manager supports daily operations across our residential homes, partnering closely with the Executive Director and leadership team. This role oversees staff scheduling, recruitment and retention, training coordination, and process improvement. Approximately 10 hours per week include direct service as a Life Skills Coach to stay connected to in-home operations.
Key Responsibilities
Manage and adjust staff schedules for homes and transportation
Support hiring, onboarding, training, and staff development
Coordinate staff meetings and organizational events
Review timesheets and prepare payroll
Assist with process improvements, communication systems, and forms
Participate in weekend on-call rotation and fill in for LSC shifts as needed
Qualifications
Associate degree required; business or related field preferred
2–4 years of leadership or administrative experience
Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills
Agreement with SFS’s Statement of Faith and Standards of Christian Life
CPR/AED certification (or willingness to obtain)
Background and motor vehicle checks required
Salary Range
$43,000 to $50,000
If you’re energized by serving others, building strong teams, and supporting a Christ-centered mission, we’d love to hear from you.
Please email scoutryer@starsfamilyservices.org for more info.
To apply, submit your completed application form and resume to scoutryer@starsfamilyservices.org.
Job Coach (Direct Support Professional) – Part-Time
About This Job
STARS Family Services is seeking a part-time Job Coach for our Partner Program to support adults with developmental disabilities in community-based employment. Schedule is M-F, 9:45a - 2:30p (# days can vary). Pay: $15.90 -18.00/hr.
About STARS Family Services
STARS Family Services is a Christian nonprofit providing residential and vocational services for adults with intellectual disabilities. We are passionate about helping participants grow and succeed in meaningful work environments. Learn more about our mission.
Responsibilities
Provide on-site job coaching and skills training
Assess participant abilities and match tasks to skill levels
Develop simplified task instructions and visual supports
Monitor performance and provide daily feedback
Communicate with employers regarding progress and concerns
Maintain hour logs and transportation to worksites as needed
Follow all safety and infection control protocols
Qualifications
High school diploma or GED required
Experience working with individuals with disabilities preferred
Strong communication, organization, and time-management skills
Valid driver’s license, insured vehicle, and CPR certification required
Additional Requirements
Background checks every three years
Agreement to SFS Statement of Faith and Standards of Christian Life
Benefits
Paid time off
Please email scoutryer@starsfamilyservices.org for more info.
To apply, submit your completed application form and resume to scoutryer@starsfamilyservices.org.
Program Manager of Resident and Family Life
Provide Support, Build Relationships, Make a Difference!
About This Job
At STARS Family Services, people are the heart of everything we do. Our mission, vision and values reflect a commitment to STARS with intellectual and developmental disabilities. As an organization, we are aligned, inspired and driven toward a common goal - believing that together, the best life is possible!
In this position, this individual will join the team that delivers person centered supports and services to those we support in residential and community settings to fulfill our purpose for existing “We believe the world shines brighter when STARS, people with developmental disabilities, achieve their full potential.”
Requirements
Bachelor's degree in a related Human Services field.
A minimum of four (4) years’ experience working with people with intellectual and developmental disabilities, preferably in life skills (e.g., daily routines, work, and leisure time activities).
At least 1 year of supervisory experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Ability to be flexible on hours and residential settings to assist colleagues and those we serve.
Benefits
Work/Life Balance: Paid Time Off (PTO)
Responsibilities and Duties
The Program Manager of Resident and Family Life coordinates the day-to-day delivery of training and support services for residents in each SFS home. This includes the development, coordination, monitoring, and evaluation of the individualized program services for each resident.
The PMRFL also develops strong and collaborative working relationships with colleagues, leadership, STARS and serves as the primary liaison to the resident’s families.
1. Resident Program Management
Completes, reviews, and implements all resident assessments and professional evaluations.
Completes resident individualized support plans, develops all training objectives and measures of success (data collection strategy).
Promotes community/social integration for all residents through identification of community resources.
Facilitate involvement of residents and their guardians in all aspects of residents’ program development.
Identifies and recommends on-going training needs for those staff responsible for the implementation of resident program plans; delivers approved training.
Part of the Weekend Supervisor rotation which consists of the Executive Director-appointed Leadership Team members.
2. Operations Collaboration
Provides input to the Executive Director to ensure appropriate staffing patterns are in place to support resident programs and safety.
Provides programming expense projections to assist the Executive Director with the development of SFS annual budget. Program Manager receives ongoing status updates on the budget.
As a key stakeholder, provides input into staff annual performance reviews.
Assist with planning and participates in all SFS special events and family meetings (e.g., Annual Family Picnic).
3. Communication Duties
Consistently communicates with Life Skill Coaches (DSPs), Partner Program Supervisor, Weekend Supervisor and Community Builders, volunteers, resident families regarding activities related to residential life.
Reviews the logs of activities that occur in the homes and takes action to resolve any issues.
Communicates with the Executive Director regarding activities in the home.
Consistently communicate and perform service coordination with each residents’ outside program/agency liaison.
4. Organizational Duties
Assists with planning of and participates in all staff meetings.
Since SFS is a religious 501(c)(3) organization, all employees must agree to the Statement of Faith and Standards of Christian Life as outlined in the SFS Employee Handbook.
All employees are subject to an annual motor vehicle check, and a background check every three years.
Must possess a valid drivers’ license and be an approved SFS driver in accordance with SFS Transportation policy.
Please include resume and cover letter with application.
Be part of a team who enhances the lives of STARS in every way possible. Apply today and make a difference!
Please email scoutryer@starsfamilyservices.org for more info.
To apply, submit your completed application form and resume to scoutryer@starsfamilyservices.org.
Direct Support Professional — Life Skills Coach
About This Job
STARS Family Services (SFS) offers a wonderful opportunity to make a difference in the lives of residents with intellectual and developmental disabilities. STARS Family Services is seeking Direct Support Professionals to work in our homes that are all located in Wheaton, IL.
About STARS Family Services
Since we began in 2008 as a non-profit organization, STARS Family Services has provided community-based residential support and related services for adults with developmental disabilities in Wheaton, IL. We focus on helping people in all areas of life skills such as cooking, house chores, grocery shopping, interpersonal relationships, personal responsibilities, and self-care. Residents continue to live in their familiar community, close to their family, friends, and church. All residents are involved in the STARS Disability Ministry of College Church. We strive to create a positive homelike atmosphere in each of our homes.
Current Opportunities
Regular Hours: Part-time (up to 35 hours)
Weekdays and Weekends (no overnights)
Reports To
Program Manager of Resident & Family Life
Responsibilities and Duties
Trains, supervises, and annually evaluates residents in life skills that would enhance the resident's independence, including cooking, cleaning, grocery shopping, interpersonal relationships, personal responsibilities, personal care, and work/leisure activities.
Demonstrates accurate, consistent use of all safety protocols. Completes infection control/safety tasks as assigned.
Recommends changes in programs or facilities that will enhance the safety, well-being, and support of the residents.
Maintains a log of hours and activities that occur in the home during scheduled hours.
Communicates with SFS Leadership (Executive Director, Program Manager of Resident and Family Life) and Community Builder regarding activities in the home.
Role may require assisting residents if they have a physical disability. Some light lifting of less than 25 pounds may be required; moving equipment/ supplies (e.g. vacuum cleaner, lifting bags).
Participates in all training sessions provided by SFS. Demonstrates proficiency and incorporates tasks/protocols into daily workflow.
Transport residents as requested.
Education and Experience
High School Diploma or GED. - Prefer some experience working with people with developmental disabilities.
Since SFS is a religious 501(c)(3), all employees must agree to the Statement of Faith and Standards of the Christian Life as outlined in the SFS Employee Handbook.
Must possess a valid driver's license and be an approved driver in accordance with the SFS Transportation policy.
All employees are subject to an annual motor vehicle check and a background check every three years.
Current CPR Certification (Desired)
Work Location
Wheaton, IL
Job Type
Part-time
Pay
$14.00 - $18.00 per hour
Benefits
Position comes with earned Paid Time Off. No other benefits available.
Schedule
4-to-8-hour shifts. Some shifts are split.
No overnights
Education
High School Diploma or GED (Required)
Experience
DSP working with adults with IDD: 1 year (Preferred)
License/Certification
CPR Certification (Preferred)
Expected Hours
15 – 30 per week
Please email scoutryer@starsfamilyservices.org for more info.
To apply, submit your completed application form and resume to scoutryer@starsfamilyservices.org.
Overnight Sleep Direct Support Professional — Community Builders
About This Job
SFS offers a wonderful opportunity to make a difference in the lives of individuals with developmental disabilities. STARS Family Services is seeking an Overnight Sleep Direct Support Professional for our homes, conveniently located near the Wheaton College campus.
The Overnight Sleep Direct Support Professional resides in the home from 8pm-7am 5 nights per week, 11pm-8am 2 nights per week, providing a positive atmosphere of safety and community. The CB provides supervision and support for on-site training programs for STARS residents in skills necessary for independent living, including daily routines, creative outlets, and use of leisure time. This position is a sleeping position where you are not required to be awake all night - you are there as a DSP presence in the home for safety and any needed support.
About STARS Family Services
Since we began in 2008 as a non-profit organization, STARS Family Services provides private community-based homes (supportive living arrangements) and related services for adults with developmental disabilities in Wheaton, IL. At present there are two homes for men and one for women. We focus on helping residents in all areas of life skills such as cooking, cleaning, grocery shopping, interpersonal relationships, personal responsibilities, and self-care. Residents continue to live in their familiar community, close to their family, friends, and church. All residents are involved in the STARS Disability Ministry of College Church. We strive to create a positive homelike atmosphere in each of our homes.
Reports To
Executive Director, collaborating with Program Manager of Resident and Family Life and Operations Manager
Responsibilities and Duties
Maintains a physical presence in the home from 8:00 pm until 7:00am daily. Actual paid work hours are 5:00am-7:00am and 8:00pm-11:00pm, except for regularly scheduled evenings and days off.
Ensures that residents receive proper rest by enforcing regular bedtime hours.
Conducts weekly meetings with the residents, covering key areas such as safety; items of concern regarding behavior; interpersonal relationships and other matters.
Conducts regular Bible studies with residents; provides spiritual counseling as appropriate; arbitrates in conflicts to ensure that Christian values are maintained.
Is aware of and executes individualized behavior plans for residents.
Demonstrates accurate, consistent use of all safety protocols within all duties. Completes infection control/safety tasks as assigned.
Ensures that residents consistently follow infection control/safety protocols.
Performs regular safety inspections of the home and grounds, reporting any needed repairs or other items of concern to the director.
Performs minor indoor and outdoor maintenance tasks as requested by the Executive Director. These could include but not be limited to shoveling snow, landscape care and changing light bulbs. These tasks would only be requested on a temporary/as needed basis.
Performs related work as required.
Organizational and Communication Duties
Keeps a log of hours and activities that occur in the home during scheduled hours and sleep hours (hours provided for sleep and not called to duty).
Communicates resident activities and concerns to morning Life Skills Coach; receives communication from volunteers and staff prior to assuming duties in the evening.
Communicates with the Executive Director and Program Manager on a regular basis. Receives prior approval for any hours worked over 35 hours per week.
Participates in all training sessions provided by SFS. Demonstrates proficiency and incorporates new tasks/protocols into daily workflow.
Education and Experience
Bachelor's degree in human services related field preferred.
Must possess a valid driver’s license and be an approved SFS driver in accordance with the SFS Transportation policy.
Living Arrangement: Resides in the home as a licensee (not a tenant) during the employment term as the Community Builder and retains no right to occupy the residence beyond the term of employment. The license to reside in the home is revocable at will by the SFS Board of Directors.
Since SFS is a religious 501(c)(3), all employees must agree to the Statement of Faith and Standards of Christian Life as outlined in the SFS Employee Handbook.
All employees are subject to an annual motor vehicle check and a background check every three years.
Current CPR/AED Friends and Family Certification Required.
Job Type
Part-time
Salary
$14.00 - $16.00 per hour
Benefits
Position comes with earned Paid Time Off. No other benefits available.
Schedule
Every weekend
Monday to Friday
Overnight shift
License/Certification
CPR Certification (Required)
Driver's License (Required)
Please email scoutryer@starsfamilyservices.org for more info.
To apply, submit your completed application form and resume to scoutryer@starsfamilyservices.org.