Direct Support Professional

St Coletta of Wisconsin; Schaumburg (IL); On-site; USD 31,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

St Coletta of Wisconsin seeks a Direct Support Professional to assist adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities in community-based homes. You will provide daily living support, personal care, and medication administration, and help with transportation and community outings.

You will implement individual service plans, teach independent living skills, and promote choice, dignity, and inclusion while documenting services and following health and safety protocols.

Qualifications

• Compassionate, person-centered care for adults with IDD.
• Strong communication with families, guardians, and interdisciplinary teams.
• Ability to document services accurately and follow health and safety protocols.

Responsibilities

• Support daily living activities and personal care for adults with IDD.
• Administer medications per plan and safety protocols.
• Assist with transportation and accompany clients on community outings.
• Implement individual service plans and teach independent living skills.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams and communicate with families and guardians.

Skills

Compassionate care

Communication

Teamwork

Documentation

Job description

St. Coletta of Wisconsin is seeking a compassionate Direct Support Professional to assist adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities in community-based homes. In this hands-on role, you will support daily living activities, personal care, medication administration, transportation, and community outings. You will implement individual service plans, teach independent living skills, and promote choice, dignity, and inclusion. DSPs document services, follow health and safety protocols, collaborate with interdisciplinary teams, and communicate with families and guardians. We provide paid training, supportive leadership, and opportunities for growth in a mission-driven, team-focused environment.