Direct Support Professional (DSP)

St. Coletta's; Country Club Hills (IL); On-site; USD 24,196 - 34,461; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Paid vacation

403b retirement plan

Job summary

A residential care facility in Illinois is seeking compassionate Direct Service Professionals to assist individuals with developmental disabilities. Responsibilities include ensuring the safety and well-being of residents, maintaining records, supporting independence through daily activities, and administering medication. Applicants should have a high school diploma, be at least 18 years old, and pass background checks. The position offers a pay rate of $21.29 per hour based on a schedule from Wednesday to Sunday.

Qualifications

• Must be compassionate, patient, and encouraging support professional at all times.
• Physical effort will involve sitting, standing, walking, and lifting up to 50 pounds.
• Must pass a criminal background check and physical/drug test.

Responsibilities

• Ensure safety, supervision and well-being of all consumers in care.
• Maintain patient records of progress and any issues.
• Support individuals with tasks to become more independent.

Skills

Compassion

Patience

Preparedness for physical effort

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

St. Coletta’s of Illinois owns and operates an Intermediate Care Facility (ICF) for individuals with developmental disabilities. The Intermediate Care Facility is staffed with qualified Direct Service Professionals to assist residents with cooking, cleaning, personal needs and home maintenance. The Residential Program allows for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities to live independently while still receiving support 24 hours a day, seven days a week.

Schedule: Wednesday - Sunday 2:30 PM - 10:30 PM

Pay Rate: $21.29 hourly

Responsibilities

• Ensure safety, supervision and well-being of all consumers in care
• Maintain patient records of progress and any issues
• Support the individuals with tasks such as cleaning, showering and toileting to become more independent
• Responsible for the appearance of consumers and ensures that all consumers are dressed and groomed appropriately
• Prepare and/or assist consumers in meal preparation following approved menus
• Administering daily medication
• Provide consumer transportation in Agency vehicle
• Treat consumers with dignity and respect in all aspects of care providing
• Participate in required monthly staff meetings

Qualifications

• Physical effort will involve sitting, standing, walking, operating a vehicle, lifting up to 50 pounds, stooping, bending and stretching
• Must be compassionate, patient, and encouraging support professional at all times
• Applicants must be 18 years of age
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Pass a criminal background check and physical/drug test
• Pass a MVR background check
• Valid driver's license
• DSP certified preferred but not required - In-house training is available

Benefits

We offer the following benefits: health, dental, life, LTD, 403b retirement plan, paid vacation, personal days, sick days and 10 paid Holidays. Also, all employees working more than 20 hours per week receive free long-term disability and free life insurance 2.5x your annual salary.

About us

Founded in 1949 by the Sisters of St. Francis of Assisi, St. Coletta’s provides a lifelong continuum of care beginning in early childhood. Our residential, educational and vocational training programs provide services for adults and children with intellectual and developmental disabilities that enhance their independence and well-being. We serve participants without regard to race, religion or economic background.