Direct Support Professional

Mosaic • Rockford, IL

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About The Position

Mosaic is seeking Direct Support Professionals to support people as they learn and develop daily living skills and participate in life activities, helping them live as independently as possible. The role involves creating an environment for learning and growth, helping people pursue personally meaningful goals, and supporting their comfort, safety, medical, nutritional, and personal care needs. DSPs also provide emotional support and assist with housekeeping, meal preparation, and laundry.

The position is suited to people who are compassionate, inclusive, reliable, communicative, organized, and motivated to advocate for and support others. No prior experience is needed; thorough training is provided. The starting wage is $19.50 per hour.

Requirements

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Valid U.S. driver's license required where applicable.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Desire to make a positive difference in people's lives; no experience is needed, and thorough training is provided.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong time-management skills and ability to handle multiple responsibilities while communicating honestly about timelines, challenges, and questions.
• Reliability and punctuality, with a commitment to exceeding expectations.
• Frequent physical activity, including extended standing, walking, and bending, and occasional sitting, kneeling, climbing, stooping, crouching, squatting, and balancing.
• Constant reaching between knee and shoulder level, as well as frequent reaching below knee level and overhead.
• Occasional independent lifting up to 25 pounds, frequent pushing or pulling up to 40 pounds of force, and ability to safely transfer 50 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Assist with developing daily living skills and life activities by creating an environment where people can learn, grow, and discover.
• Help people identify and achieve the goals that matter to them so they can live as independently as possible.
• Monitor the comfort and safety of people served and ensure their medical, nutritional, and personal care needs are met.
• Provide emotional support.
• Assist with general housekeeping, meal preparation, and laundry duties.

Benefits

• Daily pay, providing a convenient way to receive pay each day.
• Education assistance.
• Health, dental, vision, and prescription options.
• Professional and personal development opportunities.
• 403(b) retirement plan.
• Paid time off that begins accruing on the first day.

What This Job Offers

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