Direct Support Professional — Impact Lives, Daily Pay

Hastings Chamber; Pontiac (IL); On-site; USD 31,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Daily Pay

Education Assistance

Health, Dental, Vision insurance

Prescription options

403b Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Mosaic is seeking Direct Support Professionals to join our compassionate team in Illinois. You will guide individuals as they learn daily living skills and strive for independence, providing emotional support and practical help with daily tasks.

The role emphasizes empathy, clear communication, and advocacy to enhance quality of life. Ideal candidates are natural helpers, active listeners, and proactive advocates who value punctuality, time management, and teamwork.

Qualifications

• Desire to make a positive difference in people\'s lives. No experience needed.
• Must be 18 years of age.
• Valid U.S. driver\'s license required, where applicable.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Physical activity including standing, walking, bending, kneeling, climbing, stooping, crouching, squatting and balancing.
• Cumulative lifting and pushing/pulling requirements up to 50 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the development of daily living skills and life activities.
• Help individuals identify and achieve their personal goals for independence.
• Monitor comfort and safety and ensure medical, nutritional and personal care needs are met.
• Provide emotional support and assist with housekeeping, meal prep and laundry.

Skills

Natural helper

Active listener

Teacher/mentor

Advocate

Go-getter

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Mosaic is seeking Direct Support Professionals to join our compassionate team in Illinois. You will guide individuals as they learn daily living skills and strive for independence, providing emotional support and practical help with daily tasks.

The role emphasizes empathy, clear communication, and advocacy to enhance quality of life. Ideal candidates are natural helpers, active listeners, and proactive advocates who value punctuality, time management, and teamwork.