Direct Support Specialist — Community Living

Envision Unlimited; Chicago (IL); In loco; USD 22.000 - 30.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

Envision Unlimited in Chicago, IL seeks a Direct Support Professional (DSP) to assist individuals with disabilities in community living settings. You will help with personal care, medication support, transportation, meal prep, and daily activities, ensuring safety and dignity.

Responsibilities include monitoring health needs, following crisis prevention and de-escalation procedures, and coordinating with the CILA team to promote independence and quality of life for residents.

Competenze

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Pass a criminal background check.
• DSP experience preferred.
• Valid driver’s license required.

Mansioni

• Monitor and assist residents with personal grooming and appearance as necessary.
• Transport and accompany residents to appointments and other services, including day program sites, as needed.
• Supervise and assist residents in taking their medication in accordance with program guidelines.
• Assist residents in preparation of daily schedules to include performance of household chores, social activities, and other meetings and appointments.
• Perform cleaning and housekeeping duties such as vacuuming, dusting, sweeping, and mopping.
• Monitor and assist residents with daily bedroom maintenance.
• Respond to medical and behavioral emergencies following appropriate Health and Safety, Aggression Management, First Aid, CPR, and other procedures as necessary.
• Plan menus and assist with meal preparation as required.
• Perform other essential responsibilities as needed to meet program requirements.

Conoscenze

Background check

DSP experience

Driver's license

Formazione

High School Diploma/GED

Descrizione del lavoro

Envision Unlimited in Chicago, IL seeks a Direct Support Professional (DSP) to assist individuals with disabilities in community living settings. You will help with personal care, medication support, transportation, meal prep, and daily activities, ensuring safety and dignity.

Responsibilities include monitoring health needs, following crisis prevention and de-escalation procedures, and coordinating with the CILA team to promote independence and quality of life for residents.