Direct Support Professional — Community Care & Growth

Association for Individual Development; Aurora (IL); On-site; USD 22,000 - 32,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Up to 5 days PTO prorated

Paid training

Job summary

Association for Individual Development (AID) is seeking a Direct Support Professional substitutes for Thompson Center Community Services in Aurora, IL. The DSP will implement individualized strategies, document services, and ensure client rights, dignity, and safety while supporting daily activities and community outings.

Requirements include a High School diploma or GED; CNA or Autism Certificate is preferred.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED is required.
• CNA or Autism Certificate desired.
• Experience working with developmentally disabled adults preferred.

Responsibilities

• Implement individualized strategies under the direction of a Qualified Intellectual Disabilities Professional.
• Document daily activities, including recreation and daily living tasks.
• Maintain client rights, dignity and privacy; ensure a clean, safe environment.
• Work with clients with challenging behaviors and high needs as assigned.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary team to meet client goals.
• Assist with transportation and community activities as needed.
• Complete required documentation timely including data sheets and incident reports.
• Follow risk, safety and HIPAA policies.

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Association for Individual Development (AID) is seeking a Direct Support Professional substitutes for Thompson Center Community Services in Aurora, IL. The DSP will implement individualized strategies, document services, and ensure client rights, dignity, and safety while supporting daily activities and community outings.

Requirements include a High School diploma or GED; CNA or Autism Certificate is preferred.