Direct Support Professional (DSP) - Cortland, IL

Avancer Homes LLC; Cortland Township (IL); On-site; USD 22,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Overtime Available

Paid DSP Training

Referral BonusProgram

Roth IRA

Vacation & Sick Time (ERA)

Holiday Pay (ERA)

Health Insurance - Blue Cross / Blue S

Short Term Disability

Life Insurance

Dental (ERA)

Vision (ERA)

Job summary

Avancer Homes LLC is seeking Direct Support Professionals (DSP) to join our Persimmon CILA home in Genoa, Illinois. Starting pay up to $16.00–$25.00 per hour based on experience, with a $1,000 sign-on bonus. Full-time and part-time positions available across all shifts.

This role provides personal care to individuals with developmental or intellectual disabilities in a supportive residential setting. Training, growth, and a strong team environment are emphasized.

Qualifications

• DSP certification or ability to become certified through our paid training.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Have reliable transportation to shifts.
• Ability to lift 50 lbs.
• Must pass a criminal background check.

Responsibilities

• Assist individuals with personal care needs and ADLs.
• Assist with household tasks, meal prep, cooking and cleaning; maintain a safe home.
• Monitor individuals and provide redirection as needed.
• Document daily activities, concerns and progress notes as required.
• Participate in and coordinate activities, including driving company vehicles when needed.
• Provide a safe, abuse- and neglect-free environment at all times.

Skills

DSP certification

Reliable transportation

Lifting 50 lbs

Background check readiness

Job description

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 - 25.00 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.

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

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.

Benefits (Eligibility Requirements Apply)

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