Direct Support Person, Sterling Group Home PT

About the role

LSSI is hiring a part-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.

Responsibilities

• Provide assistance with self-care, hygiene, meal preparation, housekeeping, socialization, and recreation.
• Collect, record, and file required data.
• Monitor, implement, and document individual personal goals and behavior programs.
• Participate in the development of individual service plans via daily logs, programming suggestions, and staffings.
• Participate in community integration, including providing transportation to persons served.
• Maintain regular and consistent work attendance.
• Demonstrate professional, positive behavior and carry out responsibilities with integrity, treating clients, families, coworkers, and collaborating organizations with dignity, respect, honesty, and fairness.

Requirements

• 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 clearly, 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.

Benefits

• On‑Demand Flexible Paydays for earned wages through the Dayforce Wallet app.
• Competitive salary based on relevant education, experience, and licensure.
• 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.
• Paid training provided to learn, grow, and succeed.

Pay

Salary $18 per hour.

Schedule

Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday: 2:30 pm – 5:30 pm; Saturday: 11:00 am – 5:00 pm.