Compassionate Direct Support Specialist

Reliance Home Health Caregivers; Bolingbrook (IL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Reliance Home Health Caregivers is hiring a Direct Support Professional in Bolingbrook, IL. Candidates should have a high school diploma and a year of experience in direct care. The role involves providing essential daily care, following individualized care plans, and ensuring patient confidentiality. Responsibilities include assisting consumers with daily activities and maintaining a safe environment. The position requires reliable transportation and may involve travel between consumer sites. Opportunities for evening and weekend shifts may be necessary.

Qualifications

• High school graduate preferred.
• Prefer one year of experience as a direct care worker.
• Must demonstrate successful completion of a direct care staff competency evaluation program.

Responsibilities

• Provides supportive services to consumers as assigned.
• Collects consumer data and reports changes to the Program Coordinator.
• Participates in case conferences as requested.

Skills

Direct care experience

Communication skills

Knowledge of care plans

Ability to follow safety procedures

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Reliance Home Health Caregivers is hiring a Direct Support Professional in Bolingbrook, IL. Candidates should have a high school diploma and a year of experience in direct care. The role involves providing essential daily care, following individualized care plans, and ensuring patient confidentiality. Responsibilities include assisting consumers with daily activities and maintaining a safe environment. The position requires reliable transportation and may involve travel between consumer sites. Opportunities for evening and weekend shifts may be necessary.