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Hope

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At Hope, we are changemakers, educators, therapists, clinicians, and caregivers—working together to help individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorders and developmental disabilities live more empowered, independent, and joyful lives. Our reach spans across 6 states through cutting-edge schools, therapy programs, residential services, and vocational training. We don’t just support individuals—we build futures. Whether it’s helping a child communicate for the first time, guiding a teen into meaningful employment, or giving a family the tools they need to thrive, HOPE is a place where purpose meets progress every single day. ____________________________________ Our story started in 1957 with two determined parents, Dr. and Mrs. Charles E. Jordan. When no school in the country could serve their daughter Judith Ann, who had multiple disabilities, they created one themselves. That school—founded in a modest house in Springfield, Illinois—became Hope. Their act of love sparked more than a local solution. It ignited a national conversation. The work of Hope soon gained the attention of President John F. Kennedy, who appointed Dr. Jordan to the President’s Council on Disabilities. At a time when few resources existed for people with disabilities, Hope helped shape policies and services that would transform lives across the country. Illinois became a leader in disability advocacy, and Hope stood at the center of that change—proving that compassion and commitment can reshape an entire system. ____________________________________ If you're passionate about making a real, measurable difference, Hope offers more than a job—it offers a mission. Here, your skills, compassion, and commitment directly impact the lives of those who need it most. You’ll work alongside a dedicated team in an environment where innovation, inclusion, and heart drive everything we do. At Hope, you won’t just find a workplace. You’ll find your purpose.