On-Call Direct Support Professional: Flexible Hours Impact

Shore Community Services; Skokie (IL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

On-the-Job Paid Training

Inclusive Culture

Advancement Opportunities

Job summary

Shore Community Services in Skokie, IL is seeking dedicated On-call Direct Support Professionals to join our team. This on-call role supports children and/or adults with developmental disabilities through direct care, community outings, and person-centered care.

Flexible hours include evenings, weekends, holidays, and overnights as needed to meet program needs. We offer on-the-job paid training and a supportive culture with opportunities for advancement and professional development within the

Qualifications

• Education: High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Experience: Prior caregiving or direct support preferred but not required.
• Interpersonal skills: Strong communication and empathy.
• Flexibility: Reliable, adaptable, and responsive to scheduling needs.

Responsibilities

• Direct Support & Daily Care: Provide respectful, hands-on care to children and/or adults with developmental disabilities in residential and programming (including personal care, meal preparation, and household tasks).
• Community Inclusion: Assist and accompany individuals on community outings and enriching activities.
• Person-Centered Care: Follow individualized care plans to ensure safety, dignity, and well-being.
• Flexible Scheduling: Maintain flexibility and responsiveness to scheduling requests from program leadership across weekday, weekend, holiday, or overnight shifts.

Skills

Empathy

Communication

Flexibility

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Shore Community Services in Skokie, IL is seeking dedicated On-call Direct Support Professionals to join our team. This on-call role supports children and/or adults with developmental disabilities through direct care, community outings, and person-centered care.

Flexible hours include evenings, weekends, holidays, and overnights as needed to meet program needs. We offer on-the-job paid training and a supportive culture with opportunities for advancement and professional development within the