Direct Support Person, DSP Sterling FT

About the role

LSSI is hiring a full-time Direct Support Person. Responsible for providing assistance to individuals in areas of self-care, hygiene, meal preparation, housekeeping, socialization and recreations. Also responsible for collecting, recording, and filing data as required.

Schedule

• 3 days out of the week, some weekends and holidays

Benefits and perks

• On Demand Flexible Paydays for earned wages through an app called Dayforce Wallet
• Competitive salary based upon relevant education, experience, and licensure
• Salary $18/Hourly
• Opportunity for advancement
• 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
• The paid training you need to learn, grow, and succeed!

Responsibilities

• Monitor, implement, and document individual personal goals and behavior programs
• Participate in the development of individual Service Plain via the daily log, programming suggestions, and staffings
• Participate in community integration, including but not limited to 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 and/or individual in a dignified, respectful, honest and fair manner

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Background check clearance required
• CPR and First Aid basics required
• Must be able to pass the TABE test
• Must be 18 years of age or older
• Must be available to work all shifts, including overnights and weekends
• Demonstrated ability to communicate in a clear, comprehensible manner, both verbally and in writing
• Valid driver's license, in good standing for the state of residency required
• Access to reliable transportation required
• Valid IL statutory minimum liability insurance coverage, bodily injury and property damage required