Direct Support Professional // Weekend Overnight

Rimland Services NFP; Evanston (IL); On-site; USD 26,174 - 33,888; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous paid leave

Insurance after 90 days

401(k) retirement plan

Paid training

Personal fitness stipend

Job summary

A leading social service agency in Evanston, IL, is seeking Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) to provide hands-on support to individuals with developmental disabilities. Responsibilities include assisting with daily activities like meal preparation, enhancing social skills, and providing companionship. Ideal candidates will be professional, energetic, and nurturing, and must meet certification and background check requirements. Full-time employees enjoy generous paid leave and a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Must pass a fingerprint criminal background check.
• Provide original high school completion or equivalency documents.
• Must have two verifiable employment references within the last 3 years.

Responsibilities

• Provide hands-on support to individuals in their homes.
• Assist with daily activities such as meal preparation and social skills.
• Engage individuals in community outings.

Skills

Professional

Energetic

Nurturing

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

You must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 (including booster shot if eligible) & be able to provide acceptable proof.

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
• $21.60-24.60/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: 11PM – 9AM
  • Saturday: 9PM – 9 AM
  • Sunday: 9 PM – 9 AM
• If Full‑Time (40 hours per week):
  • Friday: 11PM – 9AM
  • Saturday: 9PM – 9 AM
  • Sunday: 9PM – 9 AM
  • 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.