Direct Support Professional - Community Day Services

Developmental-Services-Center; Urbana (IL); On-site; USD 19,320 - 27,517; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Training

Health Benefits

PTO 21 days

Holidays 10

401(k) match

Employee referral

Job summary

Developmental Services Center in Urbana, IL is hiring a Community Day Services DSP to support individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities through recreational activities, education, and community engagement. 40 hours a week, Monday–Friday, 8:00 am–4:00 pm, with a friendly, mission‑driven team.

Starting wage is $17.00 per hour with annual retention bonuses; benefits start day one and include paid training, PTO, holidays, 401(k) with match, health/dental/life insurance, and more.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent is required.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills are essential.
• Basic computer skills including web browsing and MS Office.
• Sufficient physical stamina and mobility for lifting, carrying, pushing and pulling.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to drive DSC van.
• CNA and HHA credentials encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

• Support individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities through recreational activities, social events, educational groups, volunteering, and community engagement.
• Develop and lead small groups based on participants’ interests in recreation, education, and art; encourage hobbies and community connections.

Skills

Communication

Organizational skills

Microsoft Office

Physical stamina

Driver’s license

CNA/HHA encouraged

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Outlook

Word

Excel

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Urbana, IL 61802
Salary Range: $17.00 - $17.00 Hourly

Make a difference with DSC! Community Day Services DSP – Bi-Annual Retention Bonuses!

If you’re looking for a career that is both rewarding and deeply meaningful, DSC is currently accepting applications for the position of Community Day Services DSP (CDS DSP). Developmental Services Center (DSC) provides comprehensive services across the lifespan—from birth through adulthood—including family development, case management, employment, residential, respite, and community day services for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities in Champaign and Ford Counties. As part of our team, you’ll join a positive, caring, and mission-driven group of professionals dedicated to empowering people with disabilities to live full, self‑directed lives. We offer an excellent work environment where your contributions truly make a difference in the lives of those we serve.

Responsibilities

As a CDS DSP at DSC, you will support individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities through recreational activities, social events, educational groups, volunteering, and other areas of interest to enhance personal fulfillment and make greater connections with the community. Additionally, you will develop and lead small groups based on the interests of program participants in the areas of recreation, education, and art as well as facilitate the development of hobbies and interests.

Requirements

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.
• Fundamental computer skills, including general web browsing and Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel).
• Sufficient physical stamina and mobility for lifting, carrying, pushing and pulling.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to drive DSC van.
• CNA (Certified Nursing Assistant) and HHA (Home Health Aides) are encouraged to apply.

Hours

40 hours a week, Monday – Friday, 8:00 am – 4:00 pm (includes a working lunch); No evenings, weekends, or holidays!

What We Offer You

• $17.00 per hour
• Grant‑funded retention bonuses up to 2 payments for a maximum of $1,600 per fiscal year (depending on when in the grant year you are hired)
• Paid Training
• Professional resources available through the National Alliance for Direct Support Professionals (NADSP) with opportunities to connect with peers from all over the U.S.
• All benefits start day 1 of employment
• 21 days of paid time off (PTO), 10 paid holidays, 1 personal holiday and 6 days of paid reserve sick leave per year
• Medical, dental, life and disability coverage (starts first day of employment)
• Health Reimbursement Arrangement (HRA), Flex Spending Account (FSA) and Dependent Care Account (DCA)
• Voluntary benefits including vision, STD, critical illness, accident, legal insurance and identity theft protection
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match
• Employee referral program (up to $1,000 per referral)
• Family‑oriented work environment, casual dress, and employee appreciation events
• Employee assistance program

Please follow the link to view our full summary of employee benefits DSC SUMMARY OF EMPLOYEE BENEFITS

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