Direct Care Worker, Shady Oaks East

Lutheran Social Services of Illinois • Homer Glen, IL

31d • $21 • Onsite

About The Position

LSSI is hiring a Certified Disabilities Aide at the East Shady Oaks location. Responsible for assisting adults with developmental disabilities and providing care in all areas of daily living in a residential setting.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Background check clearance required.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Able to meet extensive physical requirement of the position.
• Demonstrated ability to read and write in English in order to complete required documentation.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate in a clear, comprehensible manner, both verbally and in writing.
• Valid driver’s license, in good standing for the state of residency required.

Nice To Haves

• Certified Disabilities Aide

Responsibilities

• Assist clients with activities of daily living.
• Driver and escort clients to outings, appointments, and other places in the community.
• Safely complete client transfers per facility protocol.
• Perform various housekeeping tasks.
• Implement client individual habilitation plans.
• Demonstrate professional, positive behavior and carry out responsibilities with integrity, treating clients, families, other LSSI workforce members, and collaborative organizations and/or individual in a dignified, respectful, honest and fair manner.

Benefits

• On Demand Flexible Paydays for earned wages through an app called Dayforce Wallet.
• Competitive salary based upon relevant education, experience, and licensure.
• Opportunity for advancement.
• Comprehensive benefits package for Full-Time employees includes healthcare insurance, up to 26 days of paid time off per calendar year, 11 paid holidays, sick time, 403(b) plan, Employee Assistance Program, and flexible hours.
• The paid training you need to learn, grow, and succeed!

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED