DSP Sub (Community Living Services)

EP!C; Peoria (IL); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Job summary

EP!C in Peoria, IL is seeking a Direct Support Professional (DSP) for a flexible, part-time role. The position supports individuals in a group home setting, offering natural learning opportunities and engagement in leisure, social, and life skills activities.

Must have a High School Diploma or GED and a valid driver’s license with reliable insured vehicle. Weekend availability is preferred; position caps at 19.75 hours per week.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Experience supporting individuals in group homes is preferred.
• Ability to assist with daily living activities and personal care.

Responsibilities

• Provides services and supports per each person-centered plan.
• Recognizes natural learning opportunities to teach independent living skills.
• Maintains home health and safety standards and protects individual rights.
• Assist with personal needs such as transferring, toileting, eating, grooming as needed.
• Escort individuals on outings to appointments, events, or EP!C activities.

Skills

Group home experience

Daily living support

Leisure activity facilitation

Social skills development

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Brief Description Community Living Services Direct Support Professional (DSP) Sub – Flexible, Could be 1st, 2nd or 3rd Shift (Depending on Open Available Positions) – Ability to Work Weekends Preferred.

• Supporting individuals in a group home setting.
• Provide natural learning opportunities.
• Assist in leisure activities such as exercise, reading, etc.
• Provide additional support for an aging population.
• Engage in meaningful activities such as cultivating social, life, & sensory skills.
• Assist with daily living and personal care (bathing, cooking, eating, cleaning, etc.)
• Escort individuals on outings - to appointments, sporting or entertainment events, church, or EP!C activities, etc.

Brief Description Community Living Services Direct Support Professional (DSP) Sub – Flexible, Could be 1st, 2nd or 3rd Shift (Depending on Open Available Positions) – Ability to Work Weekends Preferred. This position is capped at 19.75 hours per week. All DSP positions require a High School Diploma or GED. This DSP position candidate must have a valid driver’s license and a reliable/insured vehicle.

• Supporting individuals in a group home setting.
• Provide natural learning opportunities.
• Assist in leisure activities such as exercise, reading, etc.
• Provide additional support for an aging population.
• Engage in meaningful activities such as cultivating social, life, & sensory skills.
• Assist with daily living and personal care (bathing, cooking, eating, cleaning, etc.)
• Escort individuals on outings - to appointments, sporting or entertainment events, church, or EP!C activities, etc.

Position Objective: Provides services and supports to individuals in all environments according to each person-centered plan. Recognizes natural learning opportunities and uses those to teach independent living skills, enhancing individuals’ independence. To maintain the individual’s home within established standards, including health and safety guidelines, protection of individual rights, and fiscal parameters. Will follow Rule 50, Dept. of Human Services Rule 115, Rule 116, Rule 119, Rule 120, and any other relevant regulatory guidelines.

Essential Duties/Responsibilities

Mission, Vision, and Values

• To support the philosophy of the agency mission, vision, values, and strategic plan.
• Manage all responsibilities based on the agency mission, using individual choice and all appropriate policies, procedures, and regulations.
• To conduct oneself in a manner that reflects the highest standards of professional courtesy and ethical practices to people served, staff, guardians, families, and all outside contacts.

Program/Department Development and Coordination

• Advocates for individuals through knowledge of personal references, protection from abuse and neglect or other rights violations, and supporting the development of personal relationships.
• As a mandated reported, ensure allegations
• Assist the individuals in striving toward independence in accordance with goals and objectives in the Personal Plan on the individualized Service Plan
• of abuse, neglect, and exploitation are reported as required by EP!C policy and government regulation
• When necessary, assist individuals with personal needs such as transferring, toileting, eating and grooming
• Delivers services and supports as outlined in everyone’s Person-Centered Plan ensuring that activities and supports reflect individual preferences.
• Assists individuals in maintaining their home, reporting needed repairs or modifications to the appropriate parties within established timeframes.
• Recognizes individual differences and adapts teaching/ interacting style to best support the person's needs.