Direct Support Professional (DSP)

Avancer Homes LLC - Genesis Day Training Center LLC; DeKalb (IL); On-site; USD 22,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Overtime

Paid DSP Training

Referral Bonus Program

Roth IRA

Vacation & Sick Time

Holiday Pay

Health Insurance

Voluntary Benefits

Short Term Disability

Life Insurance

Dental

Vision

Job summary

Avancer Homes LLC is seeking Direct Support Professionals (DSP) to join our team at the Persimmon CILA home in Genoa, Illinois. We offer full-time and part-time roles with starting pay up to $16.00–$26.00 per hour, based on experience, and a $1000 sign-on bonus.

As a DSP you will provide personal assistance to individuals with developmental or intellectual disabilities, support daily living, and promote growth in a caring, respectful environment.

Qualifications

• DSP certification or the ability to become certified through our paid training.
• At least 18 years of age.
• Transportation to shifts.
• Lift 50 lbs.
• Pass a criminal background check.

Responsibilities

• Assist individuals with personal care needs – all ADL’s.
• Assist with household tasks, meal preparation, cooking and cleaning; maintain a safe and healthy home environment that promotes learning.
• Monitor individuals and provide redirection as needed.
• Document individuals’ activities, concerns and progress notes as required.
• Participate in in- and out-of-home activities which may include driving company vehicles.
• Provide an abuse- and neglect-free environment at all times.

Job description

Direct Support Professional (DSP) Benefits (Eligibility Requirements Apply)

Direct Support Professional (DSP) @ Avancer Homes Residential/CILA

• $1000 SIGN ON BONUS***

Full Time and Part Time Positions Available for Direct Support Professionals (DSP)

All shifts available

Starting Pay up to $16.00 - 26.00 Based on Experience

Are You Ready to Make a Positive Impact?

Avancer Homes LLC is currently looking for Direct Support Professionals (DSP) to join our team specifically at the Persimmon CILA home, located in Genoa, Illinois! This position is ideal for candidates who are looking to gain experience in a behavioral health field or for individuals with a passion for serving others. Avancer Homes LLC is committed to employee development and in providing an environment that fosters a sense of accomplishment in all that you do, every day!

Why Direct Support Profession is Amazing!

As a Direct Support Professional, you are providing personal assistance to individuals who need help with daily living. The individuals we serve have profound to mild developmental or intellectual disabilities, and as a DSP you will work with other dedicated professionals who share the very same passion for helping and assisting others. Our wonderful staff assist individuals with daily living and promote growth in all areas of needs. This is a very rewarding journey for the right individual, as you get to truly make a difference with what you do, every single day.

At Avancer Homes LLC we provide in-home care to persons served in eighteen beautiful residential homes across Ogle and DeKalb County. We are in a place of rapid growth and are very excited to connect with like-minded individuals who are interested in making positive changes in the lives of others!

Our amazing staff works together as a team to promote a positive experience for everyone we interact with. We believe in the value of an individual, people, and we as an agency, are committed to treating our fellow employees and persons served with kindness and respect.

Direct Support Professional (DSP) Requirements

• DSP certified or the ability to become certified through our paid training
• At least 18 years of age
• Transportation to your shifts
• Lift 50 lbs
• Pass a criminal background check

Direct Support Professional (DSP) Duties

• Assist individuals with personal care needs – all ADL’s
• Assisting with all household task, meal preparation cooking and cleaning; maintain a safe and healthy home environment that encourage learning.
• Monitor individuals and engage in redirection.
• Document individual’s activities, concerns and progress notes as required.
• Participate in and out-of-home activities which may include driving company vehicles.
• Provide an Abuse and Neglect free environment at all times.

Direct Support Professional (DSP) Benefits (Eligibility Requirements Apply)

• Overtime Available
• Paid DSP Training
• Referral Bonus Program
• Roth IRA
• Vacation & Sick Time (ERA)
• Holiday Pay (ERA)
• Health Insurance - Blue Cross / Blue Shield (ERA)
• Voluntary Benefits Include: (ERA)
• Short Term Disability
• Life Insurance
• Dental (ERA)
• Vision (ERA)