Direct Support Professional

Challenge Unlimited Inc; Granite City (IL); On-site; USD 26,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Life Insurance

Medical with Rx & Vision

Dental

Paid time off

Job summary

Challenge Unlimited Inc is seeking a Direct Support Professional (DSP) to empower individuals with disabilities in the Madison County area, IL. No experience required as paid training is provided.

DSPs work in residential settings to help clients learn daily living skills and achieve personal goals. Openings include 1 full-time position (4-5 shifts per week) and 1 part-time position (2-3 shifts per week), with full-time evenings.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Must pass background checks (criminal, child abuse neglect, motor vehicle).
• Must be at least 21 years old and have a valid driver's license.
• CPR, First Aid, CPI training provided by the company must be completed within 4 months.

Responsibilities

• Assist residents with ADLs including hygiene, bathing, dressing, meals, housekeeping and laundry.
• Support medication administration and monitor health and safety.
• Provide transportation to appointments and community activities.
• Foster a safe, home-like environment and provide emotional support.
• Document services, resident progress, and health-related information.
• Participate in meetings and training sessions as assigned.

Skills

Computer skills

Typing

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

CPR certification

First Aid training

DSP training provided by company

Job description

Description:

We're seeking someone who is wanting to make a meaningful difference every day by empowering individuals with disabilities to live independently, achieve their goals, and thrive in their communities as a Direct Support Professional (DSP) at Challenge Unlimited, Inc/Residential Options in the Madison County area, IL.

No experience! No Problem! We provide all the PAID training needed to provide the best care.

Individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities need people in their lives who provide them with assistance and instruction on completing tasks most people take for granted. The people who provide this help and training are called Direct Support Professionals, or DSPs. At Residential Options, our DSPs work in residential settings helping our clients learn new skills, reach life goals, and turn houses into homes. DSP's report to the Director of Residential Options or Qualified Intellectual Disabilities Professional (QIDP).

Position Summary:

• Openings: 1 Full--Time (4-5 shifts per week) & 1 Part-Time (2-3 shifts per week)
• Shift/Hours: Full-Time Evenings (2pm-10pmand Part-Time Evenings (2pm-10pm, 3pm-11pm, 4pm-12am)
• You can be scheduled any day of the week including weekends, mandated overtime and some holidays
• Salary:$19.75 dollars per hour + BENEFITS!
• Location: Edwardsville and Pontoon Beach, IL

Responsibilities:

• Assist residents with activities of daily living (ADLs), including personal hygiene, bathing, dressing, toileting, meal preparation, cooking, housekeeping, and laundry.
• Support residents with medication administration and monitor for health and safety concerns.
• Perform tasks necessary to maintain a safe living and working environment (i.e. cleaning, shoveling walks, etc.)
• Provide transportation to appointments, shopping trips, recreational activities, and community events.
• Foster a safe, welcoming, and home-like environment for residents.
• Provide physical therapy and emotional support.
• Encourage and support residents in achieving personal goals and increasing independence.
• Assist with community integration, social engagement, travel training, and life skills development.
• Implement individual support plans and treatment goals to promote growth and self-sufficiency.
• Accurately document services provided, resident progress, behaviors, incidents, and health-related information.
• Complete required reports and maintain resident records in accordance with company and regulatory requirements.
• Follow all medication administration procedures, safety protocols, and documentation standards.
• Communicate resident needs, concerns, and progress with supervisors and team members.
• Participate in staff meetings, training sessions, and resident planning meetings as assigned.
• Follow company policies, OSHA standards, and all applicable health and safety regulations.

Requirements:

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Must pass a criminal background check
• Must pass a child abuse & neglect background check
• Must pass a motor vehicle background check
• Must be at least 21 years old
• Have a valid driver's license
• Must pass state required CASAS literacy assessment prior to employment.
• CPR, 1st Aid, Crisis Prevention Institute (CPI), Med Passing and DSP training provided by the company must be successfully completed within the first 4 months and annually thereafter to maintain the position
• proficient with computer and typing skills.

Full-Time Benefits:

• Life Insurance
• Medical with Rx & Vision
• Dental
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
• Holiday Pay (you do work some holidays)
• Paid time off for Vacation and Sick Days
• Unpaid Personal Days
• Funeral Leave
• 401K

Part-Time Benefits:

• Paid time off for Sick Days
• Holiday Pay if Holiday is worked (you do work some holidays)

EOE Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

Equal employment opportunity, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.