Special Needs Day Program Direct Support Professional (DSP)

Avancer Homes LLC - Genesis Day Training Center LLC; Genoa Township (IL); On-site; USD 45,847,000 - 74,501,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Overtime

Paid training

Referral bonus

Roth IRA

Vacation & Sick Time (ERA)

Holiday Pay (ERA)

Health insurance

Short Term Disability

Life Insurance

Dental (ERA)

Vision (ERA)

Job summary

Genesis DTC Community Day Services is seeking a Direct Support Professional (DSP) for a full-time day shift from 8:00 A.M. to 4:00 P.M., Monday through Friday.

Starting pay ranges from $16.00 to $26.00 per hour, based on experience, with a $1000 sign-on bonus. The role involves assisting adults with intellectual disabilities in programming and community activities, providing a safe, supportive environment, and documenting progress and concerns.

Qualifications

• DSP certification or the ability to obtain through paid training.
• High school diploma or GED.
• Lift 50 lbs.
• Pass a criminal background check.
• Valid driver’s license with clean driving record.

Responsibilities

• Assist individuals with personal care needs – all ADLs.
• Assist with household tasks, meal preparation, cooking and cleaning; maintain a safe and healthy home environment that encourages learning.
• Monitor individuals and provide redirection.
• Document activities, concerns and progress notes as required.
• Participate in and/or drive company vehicles for activities.
• Provide an abuse and neglect free environment at all times.

Skills

DSP certification eligibility

Driver's license

Background check clearance

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Direct Support Professional (DSP) Benefits (Eligibility Requirements Apply)

Direct Support Professional (DSP) @ Genesis DTC Community Day Services

FULL TIME Hours: 8:00 A.M. - 4:00 P.M. : Monday - Friday

Starting Pay up to $16.00 - $26.00 - Based on Experience

• $1000SIGN ON BONUS***

Do you have a passion for helping others? Join our team as a community day services direct support professional (DSP)! Here you are able to assist adults with intellectual disabilities engage in programming and participate in community activities.

Direct Support Professional (DSP) Requirements

• DSP certified or the ability to become certified through our paid training
• A high school diploma or GED
• Lift 50 lbs
• Pass a criminal background check
• Valid driver’s license and clean driving record****

Direct Support Professional (DSP) Duties

• Assist individuals with personal care needs – all ADL’s
• Assisting with all household task, meal preparation cooking and cleaning; maintain a safe and healthy home environment that encourage learning.
• Monitor individuals and engage in redirection.
• Document individual’s activities, concerns and progress notes as required.
• Participate in and out-of-home activities which may include driving company vehicles.
• Provide an Abuse and Neglect free environment at all times.

Direct Support Professional (DSP) Benefits (Eligibility Requirements Apply)

• Overtime Available
• Paid DSP Training
• Referral Bonus Program
• Roth IRA
• Vacation & Sick Time (ERA)
• Holiday Pay (ERA)
• Health Insurance - Blue Cross / Blue Shield (ERA)
• Short Term Disability
• Life Insurance
• Dental (ERA)
• Vision (ERA)