Direct Support Professional // Weekend Daytime

Rimland Services NFP; Evanston (IL); On-site; USD 26,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid leave

Health insurance after 90 days

Group life insurance after 90 days

401(k) retirement plan

Paid training (First Aid, CPR, CPI)

Monthly fitness stipend

Job summary

Rimland Services NFP in Evanston, IL is seeking Direct Support Professionals to provide hands-on support to adults with developmental disabilities in their homes. You will help with daily activities, meal prep, social skills, companionship, and community outings, working toward personal goals.

The role requires a valid driver's license to drive company vehicles and a consistent weekly schedule. Both full-time and part-time shifts are available, with competitive pay and benefits after probation.

Qualifications

• Fingerprint criminal background check is required.
• A child abuse and neglect check is required.
• A drug screen is required (we do not test for THC).
• Provide an original document showing high school completion or high school equivalency.

Responsibilities

• Provide hands-on support to individuals in their homes to work on daily activities and long-term goals.
• Assist with meal preparation, social skills, companionship, and community outings.

Job description

Driving Requirement

You must have a valid drivers license & be willing to drive company vehicles to be eligible for this shift

Pay

• Base rate: $19/hour
• $22/hour if certified to administer medication (we can train you if you are not currently certified!)

About the Company

Rimland is a premier social service agency that supports adults with developmental disabilities. We have been saying “welcome home” to individuals with autism for more than 45 years. We provide a safe environment in which individuals can grow and engage with the world. Our approach is unique, and our care is excellent.

About the Position

We are hiring DSPs who are professional, energetic, and nurturing. You will provide hands‑on support to individuals in their homes as they work on daily activities and long‑term goals. This includes activities such as meal preparation, enhancing social skills, providing companionship, community outings, and more.

Location & Schedule

Note: Your shift will not vary and you must be able to work the entire shift, every week.

Location: Evanston, IL

Schedule:

• If Part‑Time (34 hours per week):
  • Friday: 2 PM – 12 AM
  • Saturday: 9 AM – 9 PM
  • Sunday: 9 AM – 9 PM
• If Full‑Time (40 hours per week):
  • Friday: 2 PM – 12 AM
  • Saturday: 9 AM – 9 PM
  • Sunday: 9 AM – 9 PM
  • A 6‑hour shift on the same day each week, usually 4 PM – 10 PM

Full‑time employees enjoy the following benefits:

Generous paid leave (120 hours in your first year)

Insurance (group health and life, after 90 days of employment)

401(k) retirement plan (eligible after 1 year)

Paid training (First Aid, CPR, AED, CPI, and more)

A monthly personal fitness stipend

Requirements

You must meet the following requirements:

Pass:

A fingerprint criminal background check

A child abuse and neglect check

A drug screen. We do not test for THC (the active ingredient in cannabis)

Provide:

An original document (no photocopies) showing high school completion or high school equivalency. Examples include: High school diploma, GED certificate, college transcript

Residency for the past 2 years

Current & original documents that verify your identity & ability to legally work in the United States

Two verifiable employment references within the last 3 years

Rimland is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender expression, age, national origin, disability status, marital status, military status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.