Direct Support Professional - Godfrey, IL

Only for registered members Godfrey, IL, United States

2 days ago

$26,000 - $42,000 (USD) per year *

* This salary range is an estimation made by beBee

Description: · We're seeking someone who is wanting to make a difference in someone's life as a Direct Support Professional (DSP) at Challenge Unlimited, Inc/Residential Options in Godfrey, IL. · No experience No Problem We provide all the PAID training needed to provide the bes ...

Job description

Description:

We're seeking someone who is wanting to make a difference in someone's life as a Direct Support Professional (DSP) at Challenge Unlimited, Inc/Residential Options in Godfrey, IL.

No experience No Problem We provide all the PAID training needed to provide the best care.

Individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities need people in their lives who provide them with assistance and instruction on completing tasks most people take for granted. The people who provide this help and training are called Direct Support Professionals, or DSPs. At Residential Options, our DSPs work in residential settings helping our clients learn new skills, reach life goals, and turn houses into homes. DSP's report to the Director of Residential Options or Qualified Intellectual Disabilities Professional (QIDP).

Position Summary:

Shift: Full-Time
Hours: Midnights 11pm-7am
Weekends and mandated overtime included in schedule.
Salary: $19.75 dollars per hour + BENEFITS
Location: Godfrey, , IL

Responsibilities:

Ensure clients receive their medication on time.
Support clients who can't move on their own.
Help clients dress, bathe, eat etc.
Assist clients with physical therapy exercises.
Cook meals according to the customer's restrictions.
Help with their shopping.
Do necessary housekeeping and laundry to maintain a clean environment.
Provide emotional support.
Inform physicians or supervisors about uncommon events.
Act quickly and responsibly in cases of emergency.
Report behaviors, accidents, new issues to RSM.
Documentation in a Residents file of services provided, health, behaviors or uncommon events.
Taking residents out into the community for activities to promote social skills, independent skills, creativity, clubs, sports, games, etc.

Requirements:

High school diploma or equivalent required
Must pass a criminal background check
Must pass a child abuse & neglect background check
Must pass a motor vehicle background check
Must be at least 21 years old
Have a valid driver's license
Must pass state required CASAS literacy assessment prior to employment.
CPR, 1st Aid, Crisis Prevention Institute (CPI), Med Passing and DSP training provided by the company must be successfully completed within the first 4 months and annually thereafter to maintain the position
proficient with computer and typing skills.

Benefits:

Life Insurance
Medical with Rx & Vision
Dental
Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
Holidays
Vacation
Personal Days
Sick Days
Funeral Leave
401K
Mileage using personal insured vehicle for company travel

EOE Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

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