Direct Care Professional

PossAbility, LLC•Riverton, IL

8d•$18 - $20

About The Position

PossAbility, LLC is a person-centered agency that supports inclusion, dignity, respect, safety, and community participation while helping individuals recognize and develop their abilities. The Direct Care Professional (also described as a Direct Support Professional) helps people with diverse abilities and disabilities in Illinois live independently and maintain a good quality of life. The role includes assistance with daily activities, emotional support, advocacy, community integration, health and wellness, and mobility. It also involves complying with applicable policies and regulations, protecting client privacy, documenting care, reporting concerns, communicating with the treatment team and natural supports, and participating in ongoing training.

Requirements

At least 1 year of direct care experience.
At least 1 year of experience working with individuals with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (IDD) and Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI).
At least 1 year of in-home care experience.
Basic knowledge of personal care, household management including housekeeping and laundry, financial support, and meal preparation including special diets and nutritional values.
High school diploma or GED.
Active Direct Support Professional (DSP) status and inclusion in the HCWR, with completion of an approved DSP training program.
Current CPR/First Aid certificate.
At least 18 years old.
Valid driver’s license and current auto insurance.
Ability to pass required registry clearances and criminal background checks.
Strong verbal communication, active listening, interpersonal, multitasking, critical-thinking, reading-comprehension, teamwork, person-centered, and problem-solving skills, with a compassionate approach to service.

Responsibilities

Provide hands-on assistance with dressing, bathing, grooming, toileting, and other applicable activities of daily living and instrumental activities of daily living while maintaining clients’ dignity.
Support community involvement, social inclusion, independence, community safety, and social-skill development.
Drive clients to appointments and social outings, and support job hunting or employment.
Ensure medications are taken on time; prepare meals according to dietary restrictions and preferences; and maintain a clean, safe living environment through housekeeping and laundry.
Assist with transfers using gait belts, mechanical lifts, and safe body mechanics; provide standby assistance and support use of mobility aids such as wheelchairs and walkers to help prevent falls and injuries.
Follow PossAbility policies, the Illinois Administrative Code, federal and Illinois regulations, and CMS rules and regulations.
Protect client privacy and personal health information in accordance with HIPAA.
Document services, health status, behaviors, unusual events, observations about client functioning, and progress toward goals accurately and promptly.
Immediately report changes in condition and incidents to a supervisor and/or guardian, as applicable, and document them according to agency policy.
As a mandated reporter, immediately report suspected abuse, neglect, or exploitation to appropriate state agencies and internal supervisors.
Keep personal documentation, contact information, and professional certifications up to date with management.
Participate as an inclusive member of the treatment team and communicate client needs, goals, care changes, and concerns to supervisors and the Director.
Communicate proactively with supervisors, colleagues, clients, and natural supports such as family members or guardians.
Perform reasonable additional tasks needed to support clients, maintain agency compliance, or further professional education.
Participate in ongoing training, workshops, and staff meetings, and observe and document changes in client functioning to help improve support strategies.