Direct Support Professional (DSP)

Envision Unlimited • Swansea, IL

35d

About The Position

The Direct Support Professional (DSP) at Envision Unlimited supports individuals with disabilities in achieving and maintaining their maximum level of functioning in independent community living. The role provides direct, hands-on assistance in a residential Community Integrated Living Arrangement (CILA) setting with daily activities such as personal hygiene and grooming, medication management, transportation, meal preparation, household chores, and scheduling. 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 work can involve physically demanding tasks such as lifting, transferring, and light housekeeping. Members may sometimes display hostile or verbally aggressive behavior, including profanity or offensive language; DSPs are expected to remain calm and professional, maintain appropriate boundaries, and follow Agency-approved safety procedures. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED, with required proof.
• Ability to pass a background check.
• Reliable transportation.
• Complete all required training and certifications within specified timelines as a condition of continued employment.

Nice To Haves

• Direct Support Professional experience is 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, including vacuuming, dusting, sweeping, and mopping.
• Monitor and assist residents with daily bedroom maintenance.
• Respond to medical and behavioral emergencies according to 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: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED