Direct Support Professional (DSP)

About the role

St. Coletta’s of Illinois owns and operates an Intermediate Care Facility (ICF) for individuals with developmental disabilities. The facility is staffed with qualified Direct Service Professionals to assist residents with cooking, cleaning, personal needs and home maintenance. The Residential Program allows for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities to live independently while still receiving support 24 hours a week.

Responsibilities

• Ensure safety, supervision and well-being of all consumers in care
• Maintain patient records of progress and any issues
• Support the individuals with tasks such as cleaning, showering and toileting to become more independent
• Responsible for the appearance of consumers and ensures that all consumers are dressed and groomed appropriately
• Prepare and/or assist consumers in meal preparation following approved menus
• Administering daily medication
• Provide consumer transportation in Agency vehicle
• Treat consumers with dignity and respect in all aspects of care providing
• Participate in required monthly staff meetings

Qualifications

• Physical effort will involve sitting, standing, walking, operating a vehicle, lifting up to 50 pounds, stooping, bending and stretching
• Must be compassionate, patient, and encouraging support professional at all times
• Applicants must be 18 years of age
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Pass a criminal background check and physical/drug test
• Pass a MVR background check
• Valid driver’s license
• DSP certified preferred but not required - In-house training is available

Benefits

• We offer the following benefits: health, dental, life, LTD, 403b retirement plan, paid vacation, personal days, sick days and 10 paid Holidays
• All employees working more than 20 hours per week receive free long-term disability and free life insurance 2.5x your annual salary

Pay

$22.09 hourly

Schedule

Wednesday - Sunday 2:30 PM - 10:30 PM OR Friday - Saturday 12:00 AM - 8:00 AM OR Friday 4:00 PM - 12:00 AM and Saturday - Sunday 9:00 AM - 9:00 PM

About us

Founded in 1949 by the Sisters of St. Francis of Assisi, St. Coletta’s provides a lifelong continuum of care beginning in early childhood. Our residential, educational and vocational training programs provide services for adults and children with intellectual and developmental disabilities that enhance their independence and well-being. We serve participants without regard to race, religion or economic background.