Direct Support Professional (DSP/CNA) Overnight

About the role

The Association for Individual Development (AID) is a non-profit organization dedicated to empowering individuals with various challenges to live dignified and purposeful lives. We are seeking a Direct Support Professional who embodies our mission and is committed to making a positive impact in the community.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a team approach in working with clients, staff, and external agencies.
• Implement specific programs outlined in the Individual Plan or Implementation Strategy, and document services provided according to program procedures.
• Familiarize and adhere to all agency and program rules and regulations.
• Report concerns or issues to the immediate supervisor promptly.
• Plan and prepare meals based on menus and recipes provided by a dietician, taking into account client input and assistance.
• Attend to the self-care needs of clients, including toileting assistance, changing soiled garments, bathing, grooming, shaving, cleaning glasses and adaptive equipment, etc.
• Obtain and administer medication as authorized, and ensure proper documentation and adherence to policies.
• Maintain a clean and safe environment, both inside and outside the home, by reporting safety concerns, managing repairs, and participating in safety drills.
• Provide transportation for clients, using either a personal or agency vehicle, for work, shopping, appointments, social events, etc.
• Monitor and relay information during medical appointments, and attend all required meetings, shifts, and trainings.
• Assist in the orientation and training of new staff, plan and implement community and in-house activities, conduct client input meetings, and facilitate training sessions.
• Take verbal and written directions and complete job responsibilities with minimal supervision.
• May be responsible for independent building coverage, including safety and supervision of all clients, per program needs.

Requirements

• High School education or GED.
• Experience working with developmentally disabled adults is preferred.
• Physical abilities to climb stairs daily, push/pull, reach, stoop/bend over, use step stools, and perform daily housekeeping tasks.
• Ability to physically assist clients in situations such as getting in/out of van, bathtub, shower, or bed.
• Knowledge of behavior support strategies and emergency response protocols.
• Computer skills including Microsoft Word, Outlook, Excel, and Teams; Zoom platform and application; Internet browser; Microsoft SharePoint platform; household appliances; alarm systems; telephone and voicemail; office equipment; and adaptive equipment as defined in individual strategies.
• Valid Illinois driver's license and access to a personal cell phone with secure messaging capabilities.

Qualifications

• Pass S-TOFHLA literacy test.
• Complete required DSP and Medication Administration Training, including CPR, First Aid, Infection Control, OIG Rule 50, and CPI.
• Maintain medication administration authorization by following all policies and procedures.
• Evening, weekend, overnight, and holiday hours are required.

Benefits

Full-time employees will receive a $1,000 sign-on bonus, 21 days of paid time off plus 10 paid holidays, paid training, tuition reimbursement, benefits including medical, dental, vision, life, STD, LTD, critical illness, and accident insurance, a 3.5% company contribution to a 401K, and additional benefits as detailed in the Benefits_Summary.pdf document.