Community Living Coach & DSP - Empowerment & Independence

Bridgeway; Macomb (IL); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Short-term Disability Insurance

Long-term Disability Insurance

401(k) Contribution and Match

Employee Assistance Program

Holiday Pay

Bereavement Pay

Job summary

Bridgeway is hiring a Community Living Coach / DSP to support adults with developmental, intellectual, psychiatric, or other disabilities in Macomb, IL. You will help clients explore goals, promote independent living, and link with community resources.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED, valid driver’s license, CPR/First Aid, and relevant credentials (DSP/CNA/EMT) or equivalent experience. Background checks are mandatory.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• Valid driver's license with clean record and reliable transportation.
• DSP/CNA/EMT certification or relevant credential preferred.
• CPR and First Aid certification required; DSP credential and medication training may be completed.
• DMH credentialing requirements for RSA in relevant settings if applicable.

Responsibilities

• Implement consumer-centered plans with focus on skills training in daily living.
• Promote activities that develop social and leisure skills within home and via community resources.
• Develop a respectful helping relationship to promote recovery and reintegration into the community.

Skills

CPR and First Aid certification

Driver's license

DSP/CNA/EMT credential

Background checks

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Direct Support Professional (DSP) credential

Medication training program

DMH RSA credentialing requirement (if applicable)

Job description

Bridgeway is hiring a Community Living Coach / DSP to support adults with developmental, intellectual, psychiatric, or other disabilities in Macomb, IL. You will help clients explore goals, promote independent living, and link with community resources.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED, valid driver’s license, CPR/First Aid, and relevant credentials (DSP/CNA/EMT) or equivalent experience. Background checks are mandatory.