Make an Impact: Join Our Team
Create hope. Change lives. Challenge all limits. At Little City, you can make a powerful difference in the lives of people with intellectual and developmental disabilities, as well as foster youth and families. We offer a wide variety of opportunities that help empower the people and families we serve, ensuring they are better off because of our work. Join us to make the world a better place for all!
Why Work at Little City
Imagine coming to work each morning, ready to empower people to have joy in their lives. Ready to give a voice to the voiceless. Ready to help them learn, achieve, and grow. Ready to help them pursue their dreams, be part of a community, and make a friend. Ready to see their faces light up when they see you. You have the opportunity to use your unique knowledge, skills, abilities, background, and experience to make a difference in the lives of people with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
Little City makes big lives possible. And YOU can be a part of it.
Mission
To serve children and adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities by providing the best options and opportunities to live safely, learn continuously, explore creatively, and work productively throughout their lifetime.
Vision
To create an inclusive community where each individual and family we empower can achieve equity, pursue their dreams, develop meaningful connections, and gain the support and skills they need to thrive.
Values
Adaptable
We are resilient by adjusting to the changing world and striving for excellence through continuous improvement.
Advocates
We are the voice that champions for the fair treatment, rights, and acceptance of those we serve.
Inclusive
We are committed to a culture that values the importance of diversity and equity.
Compassionate
We recognize and respond to the needs of others by bringing humanity to our work.
Leaders
We forge a path through courage, innovation, and leading by example.
Enjoy Competitive Benefits!
At Little City, people matter, and our staff works hard. To support and reward the incredible work they do, we offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to promote well-being, work-life balance, and professional growth. Our competitive benefits include:
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance plans to keep you and your family healthy.
- 401(k) savings
- Short- and long-term disability and life insurance
- Employee Assistance Program
- Family & Medical Leave (FMLA), Personal Leave, Military Leave
- Paid holidays and personal days
- Ongoing training and professional development opportunities
- A flexible and supportive work environment
Join us and be part of a team that values your contributions, supports your growth, and offers benefits you need to thrive both personally and professionally.
We Value Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
At Little City, we believe that diversity, equity, and inclusion are essential to our mission and success. We are committed to fostering a workplace where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered to bring their full, authentic selves to work.
We strive to create an inclusive environment that celebrates the diverse backgrounds, perspectives, and talents of all our employees. By embracing diversity and promoting equity, we not only enrich our workplace culture but also enhance our ability to serve our community effectively.
We are committed to ongoing reflection and action to make our organization a place where everyone can thrive. Join us in our journey to build a more inclusive and equitable workplace.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Little City is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Little City provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants and employees without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, marital or civil union status, age, national origin, ancestry, disability, handicap, citizenship, military or veteran status, genetic information, or on any other basis prohibited by law. This applies to all employment terms and conditions including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, employment, job assignment, promotions, compensation, benefits, discipline, terminations and training. Little City complies with all applicable federal, state and local laws related to discrimination.
Find the Right Career for You
Residential Services
Work in Little City’s residential settings with children or adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities. You will become an integral part of making lives better by ensuring our residents live safely, learn continuously, explore creatively, and work productively throughout their lifetime. Roles include Direct Support Professional, Home Manager, Case Manager, Behavior Analyst, and more.
Therapeutic Day School
Little City Center for Education is a therapeutic day school for children ages 7-22 with moderate to significant autism and other intellectual and developmental disabilities. When you work at our school, you provide a safe and supportive environment where students learn academics, life skills, and social skills they need to lead a more independent and fulfilling life. Roles include Special Education Teacher, Paraprofessional, Board-Certified Behavior Analyst, and more.
Community Day Services
Little City helps create a healthy and stimulating balance of work, educational experiences, and recreational opportunities for all individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Adult day programming at Little City is open to both residents and the community at large at three different facilities in the Northwest suburbs of Chicago. You can help provide a wide range of offerings to enable participants to become more independent, productive, and integrated into the community.
Foster Care & Adoption
You can become part of a dedicated team of professionals who help match youth in foster care with loving, forever homes. We work with children ages 0-21, referred to us by the Illinois Department of Children and Family Services, to help find abused and neglected youth a stable and loving environment in which to grow and thrive. You can be part of this amazing work! Roles include Child Welfare Specialist, Family Recruiting/Matching Coordinator, Foster Care & Adoption Supervisor, and more. Located in Chicago, Joliet, and Matteson.
Clinical Services
Through clinical services, you can help us empower individuals and families to attain and maintain the essential social, emotional and adaptive skills to navigate their current environments. We prepare individuals for increased independence in education, employment, and community living settings through therapy and counseling, behavior therapy, and community support & skills training. Become a part of the mental health solution so desperately needed in our communities.
Employment Services
Help empower people with intellectual and developmental disabilities gain the skills, confidence, and abilities they need to attain employment in the community. Little City believes that every person has employable skills and with proper job coaching and matching, people are better equipped to reach new levels of independence and community integration. Roles include Community Job Developer, Job Coach, and Resource Coordinator.
Recreation Services
All people need creative and recreational outlets and the individuals we serve at Little City enjoy them to the fullest! Be part of the team at our award-winning Center for the Arts, Horticulture Center, or Special Recreation, including Special Olympics! Help individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities grow and thrive through creative expression, physical and mental wellbeing, and the joy of plants!
Employee Highlights
Ask many of our current or former team members about why they chose to be a part of Little City and you will hear a common theme: “I make a difference every day, even if the people I serve can’t thank me in return.” You, too, can have this same rewarding experience. Read about some of our team members below.
