Direct Support Person, DSP Part Time

About the role

Lutheran Social Services of Illinois (LSSI) is a leading not-for-profit organization dedicated to healing, justice, and wholeness in the lives of children and families. With over 150 years of service, LSSI continues to make a significant impact in Illinois.

Essential Functions

• Monitor, implement, and document individual personal goals and behavior programs.
• Participate in the development of individual Service Plans via the daily log, programming suggestions, and staffings.
• Participate in community integration, including providing transportation to the person(s) being served.
• Maintain regular and consistent work attendance.
• Demonstrate professional, positive behavior and carry out responsibilities with integrity, treating clients, families, other LSSI workforce members, and collaborative organizations in a dignified, respectful, honest, and fair manner.

Position Qualifications

• A high school diploma or equivalent is required.
• A background check clearance is required.
• CPR and First Aid basics are required.
• You must be able to pass the TABE test.
• You must be at least 18 years old.
• You must be available to work all shifts, including overnights and weekends.
• You must demonstrate the ability to communicate clearly, both verbally and in writing.
• You must have a valid driver’s license, in good standing for the state of residency.
• You must have access to reliable transportation.
• You must have valid IL statutory minimum liability insurance coverage, bodily injury and property damage.

Benefits and Perks

• On-demand flexible paydays through an app called Dayforce Wallet.
• Competitive salary based on relevant education, experience, and licensure.
• Opportunity for advancement.
• A comprehensive benefits package for full-time employees includes healthcare insurance, up to 26 days of paid time off per calendar year, 11 paid holidays, sick time, 403(b) plan, Employee Assistance Program, and flexible hours.
• Paid training to help you learn, grow, and succeed.

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are committed to an inclusive workplace where diversity is celebrated and everyone is treated fairly. We provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, pregnancy, any other characteristic protected by law.