Direct Support Professional — Impactful Care for Adults

Association for Individual Development; South Elgin (IL); On-site; USD 41,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

21 Days PTO + 10 Holidays

Paid training

Tuition reimbursement

Comprehensive benefits including Med/D

401K with company contribution

Job summary

Association for Individual Development (AID) is hiring a Direct Support Professional in South Elgin, IL for the 2nd shift. The DSP supports clients with daily living activities, documents individualized strategies, and ensures safety and dignity in daily care.

The role requires a High School Diploma or GED, with CNA or Autism Certificate preferred and prior experience with developmentally disabled adults. The position offers full-time hours, meal planning support, employment benefits, and

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required or equivalent.
• CNA certification or Autism Certificate desired.
• Experience working with developmentally disabled adults preferred.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a team approach with clients, staff, and outside agencies.
• Implement programs from Individual Plans and document per procedures.
• Attend to client meals, self-care needs, and diet requirements.
• Obtain and maintain medication administration authorization at a location.
• Ensure safety, cleanliness, and regulatory compliance in homes and vehicles.
• Provide transportation for clients as needed and monitor medical information.

Education

High School Diploma or GED

CNA certification or Autism Certificate

Experience with developmentally disabled adults

Tools

Microsoft Word

Outlook

Excel

Teams

Zoom

SharePoint

Job description

Association for Individual Development (AID) is hiring a Direct Support Professional in South Elgin, IL for the 2nd shift. The DSP supports clients with daily living activities, documents individualized strategies, and ensures safety and dignity in daily care.

The role requires a High School Diploma or GED, with CNA or Autism Certificate preferred and prior experience with developmentally disabled adults. The position offers full-time hours, meal planning support, employment benefits, and