1 TO 1 AIDE

Little Friends, Inc.; Warrenville (IL); On-site; USD 26,000 - 32,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Vision, and Dental Insurance

Life Insurance

401K

Vacation Paid

Sick Time

Paid Leave Time

Excellent EAP (Employee Assistance Pro

Job summary

Little Friends, Inc. is seeking Part-Time 1:1 Aides to support individuals in our Community Day Services programming in Warrenville, IL. Two positions are available, with 24–30 hours per week and $20.55 per hour, focusing on one-on-one support and integration into group activities.

Responsibilities include assisting with walker use, restroom and lunch support, and adherence to training requirements. Benefits and driving requirements are noted; HS diploma and 21+ age are required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma/GED required. Some college is a plus.
• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• Ability to complete 120-hour DSP Training (or previously DSP trained).
• Comfort with supporting individuals who use a walker and need restroom assistance and lunch support.
• Experience with DD population preferred.
• Must possess a valid IL driver's license and, if driving, a good driving record (no more than 2 violations in 5 years).

Responsibilities

• Provide one-on-one support and implement program activities to help the individual achieve goals and safety.
• Collaborate with Trainers and Instructors to integrate the individual into group programming.
• Assist as a Part-Time 1:1 Aide with scheduled hours and shifts.

Skills

Valid IL driver's license

Good driving record

Experience with DD population

Ability to assist walker users

Restroom assistance comfort

Lunch assistance

Education

High school diploma / GED

DSP Training (120-hour)

Job description

The 1:1 Aide works one-on-one with an assigned individual. They are responsible for implementing programmatic activities and providing individualized support and assistance to the assigned adult to achieve their goals and provide for their safety. They will collaborate with Trainers and Instructors to ensure that the individual they support is integrated into group programming at the Community Day Services Program.

This role has 2 positions it is looking to fill for 1:1 Aides for individuals participating in programming.

The 1st position is a Part-Time 1:1 Aide for 4 days a week. This role can be adjustedto be either 24 hours per week or 30 hours per week.

• If working 30 hours, you would work as a permanent-sub 1 day a week (when the 1:1 supported individual does not attend) and will fill vacancies throughout the program with other individuals needing 1:1 support or as a trainer in the activities or production areas.

The second position is a Part-Time 1:1 Aide for 5 days and 30 hours per week.

Salary: $20.55/hour

WAGE TRANSPARENCY NOTIFICATION* Little Friends, Inc., in compliance with House Bill 3129 regarding Pay Transparency, is committed to providing salary and benefits information for all open positions. Please note that all disclosed compensation rates for this role will be determined based on required qualifications, experience, education, skill, training, certifications, and seniority. Little Friends, Inc. also has the right to offer candidates appropriate compensation rates, determined by the employer, commensurate with the applicant’s qualifications, experience, education, skill, training, certifications, or seniority.

Benefits:

• Health, Vision, and Dental Insurance
• Life Insurance
• 401K
• Vacation Paid
• Sick Time
• Paid Leave Time
• Excellent EAP (Employee Assistance Program)

Requirements

• High school diploma/GED required. Some college is a plus
• Must be at least 21 years of age
• Ability to complete 120-hour DSP Training (or previously DSP trained)
• Candidates must be comfortable with the following: Supporting Individuals who use a walker to ambulate, and needs some minor assistance to navigate; Individuals requiring assistance in restroom; and those who may need assistance during lunch.
• Experience with DD population preferred
• Must possess a valid IL driver's license and, If driving, a good driving record (no more than 2 violations in 5 years)

**If combining position with a Sub Van Driver or Van Driver position, candidate must meet and maintain PACE certification requirements. Candidates combining this role with the Van Driver position must also have and maintain a good driving record (No more than 2 accidents/violations in the last 5 years), complete a biennial Defensive Driver training and MVR (Motor Vehicle Report).