Direct Support Specialist – Community Living

Envision Unlimited; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Envision Unlimited in Chicago is seeking a Direct Service Professional to support residents of community living services. You will provide direct service, coordinate activities, and help residents participate in daily living tasks according to schedules and plans.

This role requires a valid driver's license, DSP training, and the ability to drive agency vehicles. You will document progress, assist with meals, mobility, and safety, and report issues to supervisors.

Qualifications

• Two years of college or one year of college plus two years of full-time related work experience or high school diploma or equivalent plus five years full-time related work experience required.
• Must have proof of Direct Service Professional (DSP) training and pass TABE test within 120 days of hire.
• Must have a valid driver's license and ability to drive agency vehicles.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and provide training to residents in daily living skills including personal hygiene and grooming, housekeeping, laundry and clothing care, meal planning and preparation, money management and budgeting, socialization and recreation.
• Assist residents in achieving their maximum level of independent functioning in regards to goals stated in the Independent Habilitation Plan.
• Implement group and individual programs which promote growth and development toward independent living skills for residents.
• Assist residents in preparation of daily schedules to include performance of household chores, social activities, and other meetings and appointments.
• Complete and insure the timeliness of all assigned documents and forms including daily progress reports, MAR sheets, etc.
• Monitor maintenance of living facility to assure safe, clean and healthy environment for individuals.
• Monitor residents to insure wellness and safety, enforcing facility curfew if required.
• Supervise resident's schedules and activities to insure timely arrival to day program or job site and other appointments.
• Supervise and assist residents in taking their medication in accordance with program guidelines.
• Attend and participate in all IHP staffing's.
• Plan menus and assist with meal preparation as required. Monitor and observe residents with special dietary needs.
• Attend and participate in all staff meetings.
• Respond to medical and behavioral emergencies following appropriate Health and Safety procedures.
• Monitor and assist residents with personal grooming and appearance as necessary.
• Immediately report any medical/behavioral issues or emergencies or other unusual incidents to Program Director or Division Director.

Education

Two years of college or one year of college plus two years of full-time related work experience or high school diploma or equivalent plus five years full-time related work experience required.

Job description

Envision Unlimited in Chicago is seeking a Direct Service Professional to support residents of community living services. You will provide direct service, coordinate activities, and help residents participate in daily living tasks according to schedules and plans.

This role requires a valid driver's license, DSP training, and the ability to drive agency vehicles. You will document progress, assist with meals, mobility, and safety, and report issues to supervisors.