Community Day Services DSP: Meaningful Support & Activities

Association for Individual Development; Kendall Township (IL); On-site; USD 21,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

21 Days PTO + 10 Holidays

Paid training

Tuition reimbursement

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, STD, LT

401K with 3.5% company contribution

Job summary

The Association for Individual Development (AID) in Yorkville, IL, is seeking a Direct Support Professional for Community Day Services to support individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. The role is on-site, with Monday–Friday 7:00am–3:00pm shifts, and involves implementing support plans and promoting meaningful activities.

You will work under supervision to provide care, supervision, and documentation, while collaborating with the interdisciplinary team to meet client needs

Qualifications

• Minimum of one year experience working with people with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities.
• Must be able to provide crisis intervention when needed and work as part of a team.
• Must have valid Illinois driver’s license and good driving record.
• Ability to transport clients in agency or personal vehicle as assigned.

Responsibilities

• Provide enhanced support and supervision per Implementation Strategies or Individual Plans.
• Engage clients in daily activities and community outings across settings.
• Maintain accurate documentation and enter data into payroll/records.
• Ensure a safe environment and respond to emergencies at base or in the field.
• Support personal care tasks and assist clients to perform tasks independently.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Crisis intervention

Education

High School diploma / GED

Tools

Microsoft Office

PayCom

Relias

Job description

The Association for Individual Development (AID) in Yorkville, IL, is seeking a Direct Support Professional for Community Day Services to support individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. The role is on-site, with Monday–Friday 7:00am–3:00pm shifts, and involves implementing support plans and promoting meaningful activities.

You will work under supervision to provide care, supervision, and documentation, while collaborating with the interdisciplinary team to meet client needs