Direct Support Professional

Mosaic•Pontiac, IL

About The Position

Mosaic is seeking Direct Support Professionals to support and guide people as they learn and develop daily living skills and participate in life activities, helping them live as independently as possible. The role focuses on supporting each person’s individual goals, comfort, safety, and personal development. No prior experience is needed; thorough training is provided.

Requirements

A desire to make a positive difference in people's lives; no experience is needed because training is provided.
Must be at least 18 years of age.
Valid U.S. driver's license where applicable.
High school diploma or equivalent.
Effective written and verbal communication skills.
Strong time-management skills and the ability to manage multiple responsibilities and communicate honestly about timelines, challenges, and questions.
Work requires frequent physical activity, including extended periods of standing, walking, and bending, with occasional sitting, kneeling, climbing, stooping, crouching, squatting, and balancing.
Work requires constant reaching between knee and shoulder level, frequent reaching below knee level, and overhead reaching.
Work requires occasional independent lifting up to 25 pounds, frequent pushing or pulling up to 40 pounds of force, and the ability to safely transfer 50 pounds.

Responsibilities

Assist people in developing daily living skills and participating in life activities by creating an environment that supports learning, growth, and discovery.
Help people identify and achieve the goals that matter most to them.
Monitor the comfort and safety of the people served and help ensure their medical, nutritional, and personal care needs are met.
Provide emotional support and assist with general housekeeping, meal preparation, and laundry.