Direct Support Professional: Empower Independence in Living

Envision Unlimited; Hickory Hills (IL); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

ENVISION UNLIMITED seeks a Direct Support Professional to assist individuals with disabilities in a residential community living setting (CILA). You will help with daily tasks, personal care, and medications while supporting residents in achieving independence.

Responsibilities include supervising daily routines, transportation to appointments, meal prep, housekeeping, and responding to emergencies per agency procedures.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Ability to pass a criminal background check.
• Direct Support Professional experience preferred.
• Must have a valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and assist residents with personal grooming and appearance as necessary.
• Transport and accompany residents to appointments and other services, including day program sites, as needed.
• Supervise and assist residents in taking their medication in accordance with program guidelines.
• Assist residents in preparation of daily schedules to include performance of household chores, social activities, and other meetings and appointments.
• Perform cleaning and housekeeping duties such as vacuuming, dusting, sweeping, and mopping.
• Monitor and assist residents with daily bedroom maintenance.
• Respond to medical and behavioral emergencies following appropriate Health and Safety, Aggression Management, First Aid, CPR, and other procedures as necessary.
• Plan menus and assist with meal preparation as required.
• Perform other essential responsibilities as needed to meet program requirements.

Skills

DSP experience

Driver's license

Background check

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Job description

ENVISION UNLIMITED seeks a Direct Support Professional to assist individuals with disabilities in a residential community living setting (CILA). You will help with daily tasks, personal care, and medications while supporting residents in achieving independence.

Responsibilities include supervising daily routines, transportation to appointments, meal prep, housekeeping, and responding to emergencies per agency procedures.