Residential Support Specialist — Overnight Care & Empowerment

CCAR; Charleston (IL); On-site; USD 26,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

Health Insurance

Disability Insurance

Life Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Flexible Spending Account

Profit-Sharing

Employee Assistance Program

403(b) Investment Plan

Job summary

CCAR Industries is hiring a permanent, full-time Direct Support Personnel (DSP) for our Residential Program. The role supports individuals with developmental disabilities and involves shifts from Midnight to 8 am, Sunday-Thursday or Tuesday-Saturday, based on hire.

Requires a driver’s license, 18+ years old, and multiple background checks. Training includes CPR/First Aid, DSP training, and medication administration.

Qualifications

• Must possess a valid driver’s license and be able to drive daytime or night.
• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Provide proof of high school diploma or GED.
• Pass criminal background checks as required by state law.
• Complete CPR/First Aid certification through AHA or Red Cross.
• Complete Direct Support Person training per IDHS requirements.
• Pass the S-TOFHLA health literacy test.
• Complete medication administration training and recertifications.

Responsibilities

• Support individuals in self-advocacy and informed choices.
• Assist with bathing, toileting, feeding, grooming, mobility and laundry.
• Provide emotional support to individuals served.
• Prepare food according to dietary needs and preferences.
• Pass medications as per rules.
• Transport individuals using agency vehicles.
• Handle money for individuals as required and documented.
• Conduct house safety checks and report concerns.
• Keep living areas clean and assist residents in maintaining spaces.
• Document services, health concerns and medication administration per policies.
• Maintain professional conduct with all stakeholders.
• Clock in/out for shifts and manage time off in MITC system.
• Be punctual for all shifts and attend required trainings.

Skills

Driver's license

18+ years old

High school diploma or GED

Background check clearance

CPR/First Aid certification

Direct Support Person training

S-TOFHLA

Medication administration training

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

CPR/First Aid certification

Job description

CCAR Industries is hiring a permanent, full-time Direct Support Personnel (DSP) for our Residential Program. The role supports individuals with developmental disabilities and involves shifts from Midnight to 8 am, Sunday-Thursday or Tuesday-Saturday, based on hire.

Requires a driver’s license, 18+ years old, and multiple background checks. Training includes CPR/First Aid, DSP training, and medication administration.