Empowering Direct Support Professional

Kids for the Future; Dixon (IL); On-site; USD 40,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

Kids for the Future is seeking a Direct Support Professional for a lead float position in Dixon, IL. The role supports clients with daily living activities and promotes independence in a community setting.

The job requires a high school diploma or equivalent, passage of the TABE test, and an 18+ age minimum. A valid Illinois driver’s license with proper insurance and driving record is also required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Must pass the TABE (Test for Adult Basic Education) test upon hire.
• Minimum 18 years of age.
• Illinois driver’s license with acceptable driving record and insurance.

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 individual’s 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.
• Document and communicate on the computer system as required.
• Based on your specific position, evening, overnight, weekend and holiday work is required.
• May be required to obtain a CDL driver’s license (Day Services only).
• Serve as a role model of appropriate socialization, interaction and communication skills.
• Promote self-advocacy and choice.
• Enhance communication abilities.
• Adhere to all agency policies and procedures, such as Confidentiality, Abuse/Neglect and Code of Ethics.
• Ability to work in a constant state of alertness and in a safe manner.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Kids for the Future is seeking a Direct Support Professional for a lead float position in Dixon, IL. The role supports clients with daily living activities and promotes independence in a community setting.

The job requires a high school diploma or equivalent, passage of the TABE test, and an 18+ age minimum. A valid Illinois driver’s license with proper insurance and driving record is also required.