Direct Support Professional (DSP) Part Time

Envision Unlimited • Morton Grove, IL

2h

About The Position

The Direct Support Professional (DSP) at Envision Unlimited assists individuals with disabilities in achieving and maintaining their maximum level of functioning in independent community living. The position provides direct, hands-on support in a residential Community Integrated Living Arrangement (CILA) setting, including help with daily living tasks, personal hygiene, grooming, medication management, transportation, and meal preparation. The role may involve supporting people with behavioral or medical needs, responding to emergencies using Agency-approved procedures, and performing physically demanding tasks such as lifting, transferring, and light housekeeping.

Individuals receiving support may sometimes display hostile or verbally aggressive behavior, including profanity or offensive language. DSPs are expected to remain calm and professional, maintain appropriate boundaries, and follow Agency-approved de-escalation, crisis prevention, behavior plan, and safety 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 reports to the CILA Manager and has no supervisory responsibilities.

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 CPR and First Aid certification by the date assigned by the Training Manager and renew it before expiration.
• Complete Safety Care Training by the first day of employment and renew annually, within 365 days of the previous completion.
• Complete OIG-Abuse/Neglect Training by the first day of employment and renew annually.
• Become an Authorized Direct Support Professional (ADSP) within 150 days of hire for medication administration.
• Complete the OJT Packet within 120 days of hire if DSP certification is needed because the employee was not on the HCWR at hire.
• Register on the Healthcare Workforce Registry (HCWR) portal as a DD Aide within 120 days of hire.
• 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 the DSP Training Courses via Infinitec (40-hour training) within two weeks of receipt, if applicable.
• Complete annual trainings in Paylocity, including Bystander Intervention; Anti-Harassment and Sexual Harassment; Rule 50 Abuse and Neglect; Bloodborne Pathogens, Standard Precautions and Exposure Incidents; Confidentiality and HIPAA; DDD HCBS Waiver; and Defensive Driving.
• Complete required policy reviews, including policies on abuse, neglect, financial exploitation, death or serious injuries of adults, harassment, code of ethics, bloodborne pathogen exposure, and vehicle use, seat belt, and transportation safety.
• Follow the Vehicle Use, Seat Belt and Transportation Safety Policy; the employer may review the driver's Motor Vehicle Record before authorization and periodically thereafter.
• Remain calm and professional and follow Agency-approved de-escalation, crisis prevention, behavior plan, and safety procedures when supporting people who may exhibit hostile or verbally aggressive behavior.

Nice To Haves

• Direct Support Professional (DSP) experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and assist residents with personal grooming and appearance as necessary.
• Transport and accompany residents to appointments, day program sites, and other services as needed.
• Supervise and assist residents with taking medication in accordance with program guidelines.
• Assist residents in preparing 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 according to 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.
• Respect the diversity of individuals and help maintain a welcoming and supportive work environment, free from discrimination and harassment.

What This Job Offers

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