Caregiver / Direct Support Person (DSP) - OBLONG, IL

Developmental Foundations; Oblong (IL); In loco; USD 21.000 - 30.000; Part-time

Vantaggi offerti da questo lavoro

Health insurance

Dental benefits

401k with employer match

Paid training

Descrizione del lavoro

Developmental Foundations is hiring caregivers/DSPs to support adults with developmental disabilities in CILA group homes in Oblong, IL. This entry-level role offers paid training, weekend shifts, and a compassionate, home-like work environment.

The position includes companionship, household tasks, medication assistance, and personal care, with a schedule that may involve weekdays, weekends, and holidays. Training is provided and benefits may follow eligibility.

Competenze

• High school diploma or GED required with transcript.
• Weekend/holiday availability required.
• Background check clearance required.

Mansioni

• Provide companionship and caregiving.
• Perform housekeeping and meal preparation.
• Assist with medication administration.
• Assist with personal care including bathing, toileting and grooming.
• Remain attentive and responsive at all times.

Conoscenze

DSP experience

CNA experience

Experience with disabilities

Formazione

High school diploma or GED

Descrizione del lavoro

WE ARE HIRING! Starting at $18.75/hour.

Part-Time, 2nd shift (2p-10p), combination work schedule including weekday, weekend, and some holiday shifts.

WEEKEND AVAILABILITY REQUIRED!

Do you want an opportunity to serve with compassion and help others in our community? We seek patient and dedicated caregivers to assist adults with developmental disabilities in their neighborhood group homes. Our Caregivers / DSPs provide support to adults living in CILA homes (Community Integrated Living Arrangements) with around-the-clock care. Developmental Foundations, a family-owned company providing quality residential services since 1986, is hiring Caregivers / DSPs for our group homes in OBLONG, IL.

What you can expect:

• Network of support - trainers, nurses, supervisors and co-workers
• A sense of belonging, connection and caring, in a home-like setting
• Work schedules may include a combination of weekdays, weekends and holidays

Pay:

• $18.75/hour

Benefits (for eligible employees may include):

• DSP training is provided and paid. Once trained, you will become a certified DD Aide and will be added to the Health Care Worker Registry (HCWR)
• Paid time off and paid vacation
• BCBSIL Health and Dental benefits, including free Vision insurance
• 401k with employer match
• DSP work qualifies for CNA license renewal

Qualifications:

• DSP or CNA experience beneficial, but not required
• Experience working with individuals with disabilities preferred, but not required
• Entry level position. Training is provided and paid!

Requirements:

• High school completion or equivalency- high school diploma, signed high school transcript including graduation date or G.E.D. required
• Successfully complete and pass background check required
• Weekend/holiday availability may be required

Responsibilities:

• Companionship and caregiving
• Housekeeping and meal preparation
• Assistance with medication
• Assistance with personal care, including bathing, toileting and grooming
• Ability to stay alert and responsive at all times

Make a difference today. Come Care with Us!

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