Overnight Direct Support Professional — Growth

Kids for the Future; Amboy Township (IL); On-site; USD 55,159,000 - 60,614,000; Full time

Job summary

Kids for the Future is seeking an Overnight Direct Support Professional in Amboy, IL to help clients lead a self-directed life and participate in the community. The role assists with daily living activities and promotes independence according to individual plans.

This full-time (non-exempt) position offers a base pay of $19.25 per hour with shift differentials for evenings, weekends, and overnights. A high school diploma and a valid Illinois driver’s license are required, and candidates must be

Qualifications

• Minimum of High School diploma or equivalent.
• Pass the TABE (Test for Adult Basic Education) test upon hire.
• Minimum 18 years of age.
• Must have an Illinois driver’s license and an acceptable driving record and insurance in accordance with agency policy.

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 an Overnight Direct Support Professional in Amboy, IL to help clients lead a self-directed life and participate in the community. The role assists with daily living activities and promotes independence according to individual plans.

This full-time (non-exempt) position offers a base pay of $19.25 per hour with shift differentials for evenings, weekends, and overnights. A high school diploma and a valid Illinois driver’s license are required, and candidates must be