Full-Time Direct Support Professional — Make a Difference

Association for Individual Development; Elgin (IL); On-site; USD 22,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

21 Days Paid Time Off + 10 Holidays

Paid training

Tuition reimbursement

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, STD, LD

401K with company contribution

Job summary

Association for Individual Development (AID) seeks an Entry Level Direct Support Professional to support clients with developmental, intellectual, and mental health challenges in the Clifton CILA, Elgin, IL area. The DSP will document services daily, uphold client rights, and help with daily living activities in a respectful, safe environment.

Responsibilities include implementing individualized plans, assisting with meals, medication administration, and coordinating with a multidisciplinary

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• CNA (Certified Nursing Assistant) or Autism Certificate desired.
• Experience with developmentally disabled adults preferred.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a team approach with clients, staff, and outside agencies.
• Implement programs from the Individual Plan and document per procedures.
• Ensure client rights, dignity, and privacy in all activities.
• Assist with meals according to diet plans and menus written by a dietician.
• Provide personal care including toileting, bathing, grooming, and daily living tasks.
• Assist in administration of medications with at least one location.
• Maintain safe, clean environments inside and outside buildings and vehicles.
• Provide transportation for clients as needed and observe medical conditions.

Skills

Medication administration

Documentation

Education

High School Diploma or GED

CNA/Autism certificate desired

Job description

Association for Individual Development (AID) seeks an Entry Level Direct Support Professional to support clients with developmental, intellectual, and mental health challenges in the Clifton CILA, Elgin, IL area. The DSP will document services daily, uphold client rights, and help with daily living activities in a respectful, safe environment.

Responsibilities include implementing individualized plans, assisting with meals, medication administration, and coordinating with a multidisciplinary