Careers at Blue Cap

If you are looking for a secure career in which you will truly make a difference in people’s lives, consider Blue Cap.

Our work enables people with intellectual and developmental disabilities of all ages to become more independent, active and productive in society. Employment opportunities are available at Blue Cap for energetic people who are results-oriented, flexible, dedicated and work well as part of a team.

Blue Cap’s success starts with our staff. Our organization’s growth, innovation and success have always been based on respect for the unique individuality and potential of each employee. To recruit and keep high caliber staff, Blue Cap offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package to all qualifying employees.

Roles Blue Cap has posted

Leadership and plan oversight

  • Director of Community Day ServicesFull-time
  • Qualified Intellectual Disability Professional (QIDP) / Self-Directed Assistant (SDA)Full-time

Direct support

  • Residential Community Direct Support Professional (DSP)Full-time and part-time available
  • Life Enrichment Community Direct Support Professional (DSP)Day hours only

Openings change. For the current postings, their job descriptions and what a role requires, contact Human Resources using the details on this page.

The timber-truss atrium at 2155 Broadway with tables and chairs set out below
The timber-truss atrium at 2155 Broadway, Blue Island.

Benefits by tier

Blue Cap lists a benefits package for each of three kinds of position. Ask Human Resources what applies to the role you have in mind.

  • Full-time employees
  • Part-time employees (20+ hours)
  • Part-time employees (under 20 hours)

Send an employment inquiry

Blue Cap’s employment application asks for your name, address and phone, whether you are 19 or older, whether you are legally eligible for employment in the United States, the position you want, your education and your employment history. Start here with your contact details and the role you are interested in, and Blue Cap will be in contact to talk it through.

Questions first? Call (708) 389-6578 and ask for ext. 107, or read about the supports and services you would be part of. Giving money or time instead? See Get Involved or Donate.

Blue Cap does not and shall not discriminate services or employment on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, status, sex, sexual orientation, arrest record or any other protected class under local, state or federal law.