Direct Support Professional (DSP)

St Coletta of Wisconsin Inc • Schaumburg, IL

42d • $21 - $22 • Onsite

About The Position

St. Coletta of Wisconsin, a leader in providing residential, vocational, and educational services to adults with developmental disabilities, has an excellent employment opportunity for Direct Support Professionals in our Schaumburg, IL area group homes. Our goal is to ensure the people we serve achieve their highest quality of life and personal growth. We are seeking DSPs/Caregivers/CNAs who will help sustain this mission and aid in our continuous efforts to be recognized as an outstanding organization. Wages Competitive for full time and part time employment, starting pay of $20.50 and $21.50 with an active IL CNA certificate. As a DSP in our Schaumburg area program, you will plan and teach recreational activities as well as activities of daily living, provide personal cares, and support community integration for adults with developmental disabilities. You will perform other duties such as transporting clients, completing and maintaining accurate reports, and maintaining a clean and safe environment. Don’t have any DSP, Caregiver, or CILA related experience? We provide all the classroom and on the job training needed for the right candidate! You will receive all the PAID classroom (40hours) and on the job training (80 hours) you need to be successful in this position.

Requirements

• 18 years of age or older
• High School Diploma or equivalent (Degrees or transcripts issued by a foreign educational institution must be evaluated for U.S. grade or degree equivalence)
• Valid regular Illinois driver's license with a responsible driving record
• Ability to maintain confidentiality, strong interpersonal and communication skills
• A desire to assist individuals with developmental disabilities and other challenges in their personal growth

Nice To Haves

• Active IL CNA certificate

Responsibilities

• Plan and teach recreational activities as well as activities of daily living
• Provide personal cares
• Support community integration for adults with developmental disabilities
• Transporting clients
• Completing and maintaining accurate reports
• Maintaining a clean and safe environment

Benefits

• Internal growth opportunities as a DSP (Standard, Careerist and Lead DSP)
• Fixed schedules
• Generous PTO (3 weeks in your first year)
• Eight paid holidays
• Competitive health, dental, and vision insurance plans for part time and full time employees
• 401(k) with employer match
• Company paid short-term & long-term disability and life insurance
• Tuition reimbursement programs
• Employee referral bonuses

What This Job Offers

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