Lead Direct Support Professional - Residential

Developmental-Services-Center; Champaign (IL); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retention bonus

Paid training

Day-1 benefits

PTO 21 days

Holidays 10

Health insurance

Job summary

Developmental Services Center, located in Champaign, IL, is seeking a Lead CILA Direct Support Professional to guide a DSP team in a residential home.

In this full-time role, you will supervise daily operations, ensure a safe, therapeutic environment, and provide training and support to staff. The position includes bi-annual retention bonuses and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• 21 years of age with valid driver's license.
• Must complete required trainings.
• Must have sufficient physical stamina to push, pull, and lift.
• Paid training provided.

Responsibilities

• Lead CILA DSP in a residential setting; oversee daily operations and support staff.

Skills

People skills

Communication

Team training

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Champaign, IL 61821

Salary Range: $20.00 - $20.00 Hourly

Qualifications

Make a difference with DSC! Lead CILA Direct Support Professional - Bi-annual retention bonuses!

If you're looking for a career that is both rewarding and deeply meaningful, DSC is currently accepting applications for the position of Lead CILA Direct Support Professional. Developmental Services Center (DSC) provides comprehensive services across the lifespan-from birth through adulthood-including family development, case management, employment, residential, respite, and community day services for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities in Champaign and Ford Counties. As part of our team, you'll join a positive, caring, and mission-driven group of professionals dedicated to empowering people with disabilities to live full, self-directed lives. We offer an excellent work environment where your contributions truly make a difference in the lives of those we serve.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• As a Lead CILA DSP at DSC, you will support people we serve in a residential setting. In this role you will be responsible for the daily operation of the CILA home, and for providing a safe and therapeutic home environment. You will also provide guidance, support and training for the direct service staff of the home. Each day, you will work alongside individuals to promote their personal growth and maximize independence, contributing to DSC’s mission to support people to live a rich and meaningful life.

REQUIREMENTS

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• 21 years of age with valid driver’s license and the ability to drive an agency van.
• Must successfully complete required trainings.
• Must have sufficient physical stamina and mobility to push, pull, and lift.
• Paid training provided as necessary

HOURS

• 40 hours per week, typically Sunday through Thursday or Tuesday through Saturday with blended first and second shift hours. In general, hours will be 11:00 AM to 7:00 PM.

Please follow the link to view our full summary of employee benefits DSC SUMMARY OF EMPLOYEE BENEFITS

WHAT WE OFFER YOU

• Grant-funded retention bonuses up to 2 payments for a maximum of $1,600 per fiscal year! (depending on when in the grant year you are hired)
• PAID Training, with Direct Support Professional Certification within 90 days
• Professional resources available through the National Alliance for Direct Support Professionals (NADSP) with opportunities to connect with peers from all over the U.S.
• All benefits start day 1 of employment
• 21 days of paid time off (PTO), 10 paid holidays, 1 personal holiday and 6 days of paid reserve leave per year
• Medical, dental, life and disability coverage (starts first day of employment)
• Health Reimbursement Arrangement (HRA), Flex Spending Account (FSA) and Dependent Care Account (DCA)
• Voluntary benefits including vision, short term disability, critical illness, accident, legal insurance and identity theft protection
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match
• Employee referral program (up to $1000 per referral)
• Family-oriented work environment, casual dress, and employee appreciation events
• Employee Assistance Program

EOE