(Dsp) Direct Support Professional

Park Lawn • Alsip, IL

86d • Onsite

About The Position

Provide direct care services for individuals with intellectual disabilities including assistance with activities of daily living such as hygiene, dressing, and eating. Train individuals to acquire skills necessary to enhance independence. Participate in and implement Individual Habilitation Plans.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED
• At least 18 years of age
• No disqualifying events on criminal background check
• No disqualifying events on Health Care Workers Registry
• Pass pre-employment physical, drug and alcohol test
• Valid Drivers License required
• Pass DSP classroom and OJT program approved by Illinois DHS
• Understand written and oral English Language
• Record observations in participants’ files
• Write legible, clear, and accurate observations in standard English
• Able to complete Medication Program required by DHS
• Lift 50 pounds without assistance
• Transfer residents from bed to wheelchair and back
• Operate mechanical lift
• Stand, sit, walk, reach, grip, bend and lift as assessed by job analysis screening
• Remain free of alcohol and/or illegal substance use while working; as determined by random testing

Responsibilities

• Provide direct care services for individuals with intellectual disabilities
• Assist with activities of daily living such as hygiene, dressing, and eating
• Train individuals to acquire skills necessary to enhance independence
• Participate in and implement Individual Habilitation Plans

Benefits

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Paid Time Off
• Holiday Pay
• Accident Insurance
• Basic Life Insurance
• Voluntary Life Insurance
• Critical Illness Insurance
• FSA
• LPFSA
• Long Term Disability Insurance
• Short Term Disability Insurance
• Transit Benefits
• 403(b) with match

What This Job Offers

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