Training Specialist/DSP

St. Coletta's of Illinois; Tinley Park (IL); On-site; USD 45,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Life insurance

LTD

403b retirement plan

Paid vacation

Personal days

Sick days

10 paid Holidays

Long-term disability

Free life insurance 2.5x salary (over

Job summary

St. Coletta's of Illinois seeks a dedicated Direct Support Professional to support individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

The role requires implementing instructional methods aligned with skills curricula and delivering crisis intervention when needed. You will transport clients by van, maintain a safe vehicle, complete required documentation for agency caseworkers, and monitor transportation conditions daily.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or Equivalent.
• DSP certification required.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Pass a criminal background check and physical/drug test.
• Pass a MVR background check.
• CPR and First Aid Certification preferred, not required.

Responsibilities

• Implement methods of instruction consistent with current skills and performance curriculum.
• Adapts work stations to meet consumers’ needs; maintain a clean and safe environment.
• Prepares required documentation for agency caseworkers.
• Provides crisis counseling and emergency interventions as needed.
• Transport clients in a van and monitor vehicle conditions daily.
• Ensure transportation safety; follow route and procedures.
• Track and record client transportation and related information.

Skills

Crisis counseling

Driving safety

Instructional methods

Documentation

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

DSP certification

CPR and First Aid Certification

Job description

Schedule

Monday - Friday 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Pay Rate

$22.09 hourly

Responsibilities

• The individual will be responsible for implementing methods of instruction consistent with current skills and performance curriculum
• Adapts work stations to meet the needs of the consumers: maintains a clean and safe work environment
• Prepares required documentation for agency caseworkers
• Provides crisis counseling and emergency interventions to consumers as needed
• Responsible for transporting clients in a Van
• Monitors and records operating conditions of vehicle daily and reports mechanical problems to the Supervisor immediately
• While transporting clients, complies to route, safety and other transportation procedures
• Tracks and records client transportation and other information as required

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or Equivalent
• Able to demonstrate approved behavior management techniques
• DSP certification required
• CPR and First Aide Certification preferred, not required
• Valid driver’s license
• Pass a criminal background check and physical/drug test
• Pass a MVR background check

Benefits

We offer the following benefits: health, dental, life, LTD, 403b retirement plan, paid vacation, personal days, sick days and 10 paid Holidays. Also, all employees working more than 20 hours per week receive free long-term disability and free life insurance 2.5x your annual salary.

About St. Coletta’s Of Illinois

At St. Coletta's, our mission is to serve children and adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities so they can achieve their greatest potential. Founded in 1949 by the Sisters of St. Francis of Assisi, St. Coletta’s of Illinois provides a lifelong continuum of care beginning in early childhood. Our residential, educational and vocational training programs provide services for adults and children with intellectual and developmental disabilities that enhance their independence and well-being. We serve participants without regard to race, religion or economic background. St. Coletta’s meets individuals’ needs and abilities while providing the least restrictive environment for growth.