Direct Support Professional- Fox Trail

Envision Unlimited; Bourbonnais (IL); Hybrid; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

Paid holidays

Paid training + CEUs

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

Envision Unlimited in Bourbonnais, IL is seeking compassionate staff to support individuals with disabilities in daily living tasks and community participation. This role focuses on helping members access appointments and programs, assisting with medications, and providing mentorship within a caring team.

The position emphasizes patience, reliability, and a commitment to inclusivity, with opportunities for growth and a competitive benefits package.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Ability to pass a background check.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.
• Patience and a big heart.

Responsibilities

• Support daily living tasks such as cooking, cleaning, and self-care.
• Help members get to appointments and day programs.
• Assist with medications as needed.
• Coach through tough moments and celebrate big wins.
• Be a friend, mentor, and role model.

Skills

Patience

Driver's license

Background check

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

Description

Bourbonnais, IL | Full-Time | Community Living Services

Looking to make a real difference while working with an amazing team?

Join Envision Unlimited, where we empower individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities to live life to the fullest!

About Envision Unlimited:

Founded in 1948 in Chicago, Envision Unlimited provides a full spectrum of care for individuals with disabilities ranging in age from infancy to 80+. We serve all individuals regardless of race, gender, religion, or ability to pay. Our innovative services span Chicagoland and Central Illinois and include community living, day programs, behavioral health, employment services, family respite, and foster care. Our innovative services span Chicagoland and Central Illinois and include community living, day programs, behavioral health, employment services, family respite, foster care and Supportive Housing.

Learn more at: www.envisionunlimited.org

What you’ll do:

• Support daily living tasks (think: cooking, cleaning, self-care)
• Help members get to appointments and day programs
• Assist with medications
• Coach through tough moments and celebrate big wins
• Be a friend, mentor, and role model

You should have:

• A high school diploma or GED (This is an essential requirement. Proof of education and transcripts must be uploaded with application)
• A big heart and lots of patience
• Valid driver’s license + reliable transportation
• Ability to pass a background check

Perks & Benefits

• Medical, dental & vision (Blue Cross Blue Shield)
• 12 paid holidays + vacation, sick, and personal time
• Pet necessity Discounts & more
• Paid training + CEUs + support for licensure
• Career growth opportunities

Ready to do good and feel great? Apply today and bring your compassion to Envision Unlimited!

Requirements

OTHER EXPECTATIONS:

Employees shall respect the diversity of all individuals (e.g., clients, co-workers, stakeholders) and refrain from any form of discrimination and/or based upon a person’s legally protected characteristics or conduct, including but not limited to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, and gender identity or expression.

Employees share the responsibility of creating and maintaining a welcoming, supportive, and inclusive work environment.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and/or skills required of all employees so classified

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, physical requirements may include standing, walking, and sitting; seeing; hearing and listening; clear speech; dexterity and use of hands and fingers.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment described here is representative of that an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. The noise level in the work environment is usually low to moderate. The work environment may include any or all of the following: working alone; working with others, verbal contact with others and face-to-face contact.

Envision Unlimited offers competitive salaries and a generous benefit package to our professionals:

• Blue Cross/Blue Shield Medical Coverage: HMO, PPO
• Dental and Vision Insurance Options
• Company paid Life and LTD Insurance
• Voluntary plans (Pet insurance, AD&D, Life, Critical Illness, Short Term Disability)
• 12 Paid Holidays
• Paid vacation, sick time and personal days
• 403b plan
• In house training and CEU’s
• Employee Assistance Network
• Support for pursuing clinical licensure (financial and time off)
• Opportunity for career growth & development

Envision Unlimited provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.