At-Home Direct Support Person
About The Position
CCAR Industries is searching for TWO full-time direct support personnel (DSP). Each position would be assigned to provide support to one program participant to assure that the individual is happy, healthy, and enjoying the meaningful day of their choice. The staff person will support the individual while the person engages in the activities of their choosing throughout the day, including van rides, visiting community attractions, shopping, attending therapy or medical appointments, or simply relaxing at home. In addition, the staff person will work as part of the individual's planning team to assure that personal objectives and needs are met. AGENCY MISSION/ PHILOSOPHY The employee will support the agency’s mission to empower lives through individual care and inclusive community support. We strive to... Treat everyone with dignity and respect Honor and support rights and confidentiality Promote the best possible health with protection from abuse, neglect and exploitation Engage with honesty, integrity, and ethical standards in actions and communications Comply with applicable laws and regulations to prevent fraud, waste, conflict of interest, and inaccuracy in record-keeping
Requirements
- Must have a valid driver's license
- Must be at least 18 years old
- Must pass a criminal background check, as required by the Healthcare Worker Background Check Act (225 ILCS 46), and a DCFS Child Abuse and Neglect background check
- Must be able to work independently or as a team
- Demonstrate timeliness and accuracy in documentation, as well as a compassion to support the individuals who we serve
Nice To Haves
- Experience working with individuals with disabilities in a direct support role is strongly preferred, but related experience will be considered
Responsibilities
- Support one program participant to assure that the individual is happy, healthy, and enjoying the meaningful day of their choice
- Support the individual while the person engages in the activities of their choosing throughout the day, including van rides, visiting community attractions, shopping, attending therapy or medical appointments, or simply relaxing at home
- Work as part of the individual's planning team to assure that personal objectives and needs are met
Benefits
- Paid Time Off
- Paid Holidays
- Health Insurance
- HealthiestYou/Teledoc
- Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Flexible Spending Account option
- Profit-Sharing
- Employee Assistance Program
- 403 (b) Investment Plan option
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
