Direct Support Professional

Mosaic • Macomb, 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 where people can learn and grow, supporting them in identifying and achieving personal goals, and attending to their comfort, safety, medical, nutritional, and personal care needs. DSPs also provide emotional support and assist with housekeeping, meal preparation, and laundry.

The role is suited to someone who is passionate about helping others, listens and communicates effectively, advocates for people, manages time well, and embraces inclusion. No prior experience is needed; thorough training is provided. The listed starting wage is $19 per hour.

Requirements

• A desire to make a positive difference in people's lives; no experience is needed, and thorough training is provided.
• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Valid U.S. driver's license where applicable.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Effective, clear written and verbal communication.
• Good time management and ability to manage multiple responsibilities while communicating honestly about timelines, challenges, and questions.
• Frequent physical activity, including extended periods of standing, walking, and bending, with occasional sitting, kneeling, climbing, stooping, crouching, squatting, and balancing.
• Constant reaching between knee and shoulder level, with 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 are important to them.
• Monitor the comfort and safety of the people served.
• Ensure medical, nutritional, and personal care needs are being met.
• Provide emotional support.
• Assist with general housekeeping, meal preparation, and laundry duties.

Benefits

• Daily Pay, allowing employees to access pay daily.
• Education assistance.
• Health, dental, vision, and prescription options.
• Professional and personal development opportunities.
• 403(b) retirement plan.
• Paid time off accruing from the first day.

What This Job Offers

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