Direct Services Professional (DSP) - Part Time

Envision Unlimited • Chicago, IL

10d • Onsite

About The Position

The Direct Support Professional (DSP) at Envision Unlimited assists individuals with disabilities in achieving and maintaining their maximum level of functioning in independent community living. The role provides hands-on support to residents in a residential Community Integrated Living Arrangement (CILA) setting, including assistance with personal care, medication, transportation, meal preparation, household tasks, and daily schedules. DSPs may support individuals with behavioral or medical needs and respond to emergencies using Agency-approved crisis prevention, de-escalation, physical intervention, First Aid, and CPR procedures. The position can involve physically demanding tasks such as lifting, transferring, and light housekeeping. Residents may at times exhibit hostile or verbally aggressive behavior; DSPs are expected to remain calm and professional, maintain appropriate boundaries, and follow Agency-approved behavior and safety procedures.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED; proof is required.
• Must be able to pass a criminal background check.
• Must have a valid driver's license.
• Complete CPR and First Aid certification by the date assigned by the Training Manager and renew it before expiration.
• Complete Safety Care Training by the first day of employment and renew annually within 365 days of the previous completion.
• Complete OIG-Abuse/Neglect Training by the first day of employment and renew annually.
• Become an Authorized Direct Support Professional (ADSP) within 150 days of hire.
• Complete the OJT Packet within 120 days of hire if DSP certification is needed and the employee was not on the HCWR at hire.
• Register on the Healthcare Workforce Registry (HCWR) portal as a DD Aide within 120 days of hire.
• Complete Defensive Driving Training via Mineral within one week of hire.
• Complete Rule 50/Abuse and Neglect and Program Personnel Compliance trainings no later than the first day of work.
• Complete the DSP Training Courses via Infinitec (40-hour training) within two weeks of receipt, if applicable.
• Complete annual trainings and policy reviews listed in the job description.
• Complete the Vehicle Use, Seat Belt and Transportation Safety Policy requirements; the employer may review a driver's Motor Vehicle Record before authorization and periodically thereafter.
• Be able to perform the essential duties satisfactorily, with reasonable accommodations where applicable.

Nice To Haves

• DSP experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and assist residents with personal grooming and appearance as necessary.
• Transport and accompany residents to appointments and other services, including day program sites, as needed.
• Supervise and assist residents in taking medication in accordance with program guidelines.
• Assist residents in preparing daily schedules, including household chores, social activities, meetings, and appointments.
• Perform cleaning and housekeeping duties such as vacuuming, dusting, sweeping, and mopping.
• Monitor and assist residents with daily bedroom maintenance.
• Respond to medical and behavioral emergencies by following applicable health and safety, aggression management, First Aid, CPR, and other procedures.
• Plan menus and assist with meal preparation as required.
• Perform other essential responsibilities as needed to meet program requirements.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Education Level: High school or GED