Direct Support Professional (DSP) Part Time

Envision Unlimited • Morton Grove, IL

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About The Position

The Direct Support Professional (DSP) assists individuals with disabilities in achieving and maintaining their maximum level of functioning in independent community living. The role provides direct, hands-on support in a residential Community Integrated Living Arrangement (CILA) setting, including assistance with daily living activities, personal hygiene, medication management, transportation, meal preparation, and household tasks. The DSP 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 role may involve physically demanding tasks such as lifting and transferring, as well as light housekeeping. Individuals receiving support may sometimes display hostile or verbally aggressive behavior; the DSP is expected to remain calm and professional, maintain appropriate boundaries, and follow agency-approved safety and behavior procedures. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

This is a part-time, non-exempt, non-union position in Community Living Services. It has no supervisory responsibilities. The work environment typically has low-to-moderate noise and may involve working alone or with others, with verbal and face-to-face contact. Employees are expected to respect individual diversity, refrain from discrimination and harassment, and help maintain a welcoming and supportive work environment.

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 required training and certifications within specified timelines, including CPR and First Aid, Safety Care, OIG-Abuse/Neglect, medication administration authorization, required registry and onboarding training, and applicable annual training.
• 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 DSP Training Courses via Infinitec (40-hour training) within two weeks of receipt, if applicable.
• Meet the physical requirements of the position, which may include standing, walking, sitting, seeing, hearing and listening, clear speech, and dexterity and use of hands and fingers.
• Remain calm and professional, maintain appropriate boundaries, and follow agency-approved de-escalation, crisis prevention, behavior plan, and safety procedures.

Nice To Haves

• Direct Support Professional experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and assist residents with personal grooming and appearance as needed.
• Transport and accompany residents to appointments, services, and day program sites as needed.
• Supervise and assist residents with taking medication in accordance with program guidelines.
• Help residents prepare 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 in accordance with 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
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED