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Medication Delivery Driver Jobs in Kankakee, IL (NOW HIRING)

Caregiver/Homemaker

Kankakee, IL · On-site

$13.75 - $17.25/hr

... tidy Provide medication reminders (no medical tasks required) Support with errands and ... A kind, patient, and dependable personality A valid driver's license and reliable transportation ...

Caregiver/Homemaker

Kankakee, IL · On-site

$13.75 - $17.25/hr

... tidy Provide medication reminders (no medical tasks required) Support with errands and ... A kind, patient, and dependable personality A valid driver's license and reliable transportation ...

... delivering tailored care that promotes independence and emotional support. This role involves both ... Administer medication reminders and monitor clients' health conditions, reporting any changes to ...

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Home Health Aide & CNA

Lowell, IN · On-site

$15 - $18/hr

Medication Reminders * Light Housekeeping and Laundry * Ambulation / Mobility Assistance ... Valid Driver's License * Reliable car and current car insurance * Verifiable references from the ...

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How much do medication delivery driver jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 6, 2026, the average hourly pay for medication delivery driver in Kankakee, IL is $18.02, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $16.15 and $19.86 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a medication delivery driver?

A Medication Delivery Driver is responsible for transporting prescription medications from pharmacies or healthcare facilities to patients, clinics, or hospitals. They ensure timely and secure deliveries while following all safety and regulatory guidelines. Drivers may also verify recipient information, handle sensitive medical supplies, and maintain delivery records. Strong attention to detail, customer service skills, and adherence to confidentiality regulations are essential for this role.

What does a typical day look like for a medication delivery driver?

A typical day for a Medication Delivery Driver involves picking up medications from a pharmacy or distribution center, carefully verifying orders, and delivering them to patients’ homes or healthcare facilities on a scheduled route. Drivers often organize and track multiple deliveries using mobile apps or handheld devices, ensuring medications are handled securely and confidentially. You’ll interact with patients and care providers, sometimes needing to confirm identity or obtain signatures upon delivery. Throughout the day, you must adhere to strict safety and privacy protocols. The role is a blend of customer service, driving, and logistical coordination, often working both independently and as part of a healthcare delivery team.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the medication delivery driver position, and why are they important?

Medication Delivery Drivers need a clean driving record, valid driver's license, knowledge of safe driving practices, and the ability to handle and track sensitive medical packages. Familiarity with GPS navigation systems, route optimization apps, and compliance with HIPAA regulations are often required, and some employers may require background checks or specialized hazmat certifications. Outstanding customer service, attention to detail, and reliability are vital soft skills for delivering medications accurately and on time. These skills ensure the safe, secure, and prompt delivery of essential medications to patients and healthcare facilities, which is critical for patient well-being and organizational trust.

How do I become a medication delivery driver?

To become a medication delivery driver, you typically need a valid driver's license, a clean driving record, and reliable transportation. Some employers may require a background check and basic knowledge of healthcare privacy regulations like HIPAA. Having good customer service skills and familiarity with GPS devices can also be beneficial.

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Qualified Intellectual Disabilities Professional (QIDP)

Envision Unlimited

Bourbonnais, IL • On-site

$49K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 24 days ago


Key responsibilities

  • Lead meaningful case management work to support individuals in community living settings.

  • Supervise and monitor staff performance, ensure adherence to policies, and provide on-site supervision at CILA homes.

  • Maintain and operate assigned homes within budget, monitor health and safety practices, and respond to emergencies as required.


Job description

Job Type
Full-time
Description
Make a Lasting Impact at Envision Unlimited
Are you passionate about empowering individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities to live fuller, more independent lives? At Envision Unlimited, we don't just provide care-we create opportunities, build relationships, and change lives.
Join our Community Transition Program and become part of a mission-driven team dedicated to helping individuals thrive in community living settings. As a valued team member, you'll lead meaningful case management work, collaborate with a supportive interdisciplinary team, and guide members toward achieving personal goals and independence.
If you're looking for a rewarding career with purpose, growth, and the chance to make a real difference every day, Envision Unlimited is the place for you.
Envision Unlimited is a full spectrum of care organization serving people with disabilities from infants to 80+ years old regardless of race, gender, religion, or ability to pay. Founded in Chicago in 1948, Envision Unlimited has a legacy of evolving care delivered with empathy, every time and everywhere. Innovative services offered across Chicagoland and Central Illinois include community living options, novel day programs, behavioral health services, employment programs, respite for families, and foster care for children with disabilities.
Purpose:
Perform functions to ensure the residences are well run, the staff are properly trained, supervised, and monitored, and members receive the necessary services in the assigned Community Living Transition program.
Essential Responsibilities:
  • Hire and supervise CILA employees for adherence to planned schedules, programs, and documented activities, continually monitor employee work hours through the time and attendance system, and manage overtime.
  • Evaluate employee performance, enforce agency policies and procedures, and recommend changes in employee status.
  • Provide on-site supervision at CILA homes.
  • Maintain and operate assigned homes within budgetary guidelines including groceries, and assure timely re-certification (i.e., CPR, first-aid, and medication administration).
  • Maintain and operate assigned homes within budgetary guidelines including groceries, gasoline, link card usage, and other purchases.
  • Continuously monitor health and safety practices in each assigned CILA home including emergency drills, medication training, and staff/member ratios. Ensure infection control and COVID protocols are followed by members, staff, and visitors.
  • Ensure there are medication-authorized staff scheduled for every shift as needed and provide backup if needed for medication administration.
  • Respond to all emergencies in the CILA homes, as required. Must carry Agency issued), working collaboratively with the Agency maintenance department. Complete work tickets as needed.
  • Must carry Agency-issued cellular phone at all times for accessibility.
  • Monitor assigned agency vehicles to ensure that mileage logs and gasoline purchases are completed and coordinate with the transportation department on maintenance issues.
  • Develop, plan, and monitor community inclusion activities and opportunities for members.
  • Ensure adherence with mandated reporter/OIG protocols, notify staff as needed of any OIG interviews, and cooperate fully with OIG investigations promptly.
  • Complete required documentation into agency electronic record system (Quantum), and ensure staff is also trained on Quantum usage and utilized for recordkeeping.
  • Ensure timely response to emails and phone calls, generally within one working day; provide out-of-office notification on emails and cell phones with appropriate contact information as needed.
  • Ensure semi-annual inventories are completed related to each member's personal items.
  • Ensure at least monthly member and staff meetings and minutes of such.
  • Ensure accounts are monitored for agency rep payee members; assist members in budgeting.
  • Maintain pay card and track expenditures and receipts, track Link card usage.
  • Complete annual and semi-annual Health & Safety reviews; maintain first aid kits and ensure adherence to OSHA requirements.
  • At all times maintain confidentiality to the Illinois Mental Health Code and Confidentiality Act.
  • Maintain a professional image and role as a representative of Envision Unlimited at all times.

Requirements
The requirements listed below represent the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in Human Services or other relevant degree according to the department of human Services.
https://www.dhs.state.il.us/page.aspx?item=48211
  • Three years of direct work in an Intellectual/Developmental Disabilities CILA home.
  • Must have DSP training. Pass the TABE test and maintain authorization to pass medications.
  • Valid driver's license.

Other Responsibilities:
Must complete 12 hours of continuing education units (CEU) annually.
Participate in a variety of committee and staff meeting groups.
Participate in quarterly quality assurance reviews.
Attend and assist at agency and member events.
Perform other duties, as assigned.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
No supervisory responsibilities. If yes, list positions that will report to this position - no names.
OTHER EXPECTATIONS
Employees shall respect the diversity of all individuals (e.g., clients, co-workers, stakeholders) and refrain from any form of discrimination and/or based upon a person's legally protected characteristics or conduct, including but not limited to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, and gender identity or expression.
Employees share the responsibility of creating and maintaining a welcoming, supportive, and inclusive work environment.
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and/or skills required of all employees so classified.
QUALIFICATIONS
To perform this job successfully an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, physical requirements may include standing, walking, and sitting; seeing; hearing and listening; clear speech; dexterity and use of hands and fingers.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
The work environment described here is representative of that an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. The noise level in the work environment is usually low to moderate. The work environment may include any or all of the following: working alone; working with others, verbal contact with others and face-to-face contact.
Envision Unlimited offers competitive salaries and a generous benefit package to our professionals:
Blue Cross/Blue Shield Medical Coverage: HMO, PPO
Dental and Vision Insurance Options
Company-paid Life and LTD Insurance
Voluntary plans (Pet Discount Program, AD&D, Life, Critical Illness, Short Term Disability)
12 Paid Holidays
Paid vacation, sick time, and personal days
403B plan
In-house training and CEU's
Employee Assistance Network
Opportunity for career growth & development
Envision Unlimited provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.
Salary Description
$49,565 Annually