Direct Support Specialist — Empower Independence & Community

Kids for the Future; Dixon (IL); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Shift differentials: second shift $0.5

Weekend differential $1.00

Overnight differential $2.00

Job summary

Kids for the Future is hiring a Direct Support Professional to assist clients with daily living activities, independence work and community integration. You will encourage independence, support personal hygiene and mobility, and monitor self-medication under supervision.

Responsibilities include following service plans, documenting progress, and collaborating with a client-centered team. Evening/overnight/weekend shifts may be required; CDL may be requested for Day Services.

Qualifications

• Minimum of High School diploma or equivalent.
• Pass the TABE (Test for Adult Basic Education) test upon hire.
• Minimum 18 years of age.
• Must have an Illinois driver’s license and an acceptable driving record and insurance in accordance with agency policy.

Responsibilities

• Teach, train and promote independence with the individuals we serve.
• Assist clients in learning to be independent.
• Assist clients with daily living skills; this includes personal hygiene, mobility and dietary.
• Assist and monitor clients with self-medication program.
• Provide vocational and life skills training individualized to client needs.
• Read and follow individuals’ service plans as written with any short term or immediate changes communicated.
• Transport clients in a safe manner.
• Serve as member of the client centered team.
• Communicate client concerns and accomplishments to appropriate team members.
• Attend all required meetings, committees, and staffing.
• Complete paperwork/electronic records necessary to accomplish regulatory compliance and maximize client progress toward goals.

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Kids for the Future is hiring a Direct Support Professional to assist clients with daily living activities, independence work and community integration. You will encourage independence, support personal hygiene and mobility, and monitor self-medication under supervision.

Responsibilities include following service plans, documenting progress, and collaborating with a client-centered team. Evening/overnight/weekend shifts may be required; CDL may be requested for Day Services.