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Direct Support Professional (DSP) - Part -Time - 7:00 p.m. - 9:30 a.m. - Saturday and Sunday

JCFS Chicago · Chicago, IL · 2 wk ago
On-siteHealthcare$20/hrPart-time

About the role

JCFS is seeking dedicated professionals to provide supports to adults with intellectual/developmental disabilities in their home and community.

Responsibilities

  • Provide direct support services to adults with intellectual/developmental disabilities in their home and community.
  • Work part-time, specifically from 7:00 p.m. to 9:30 a.m., on Saturdays and Sundays.
  • Occasionally work in additional residential locations as needed for training and staffing purposes.
  • The position offers a base hourly rate of $20.00, with potential increases based on demonstrated experience.

Requirements

  • Must be 18 years of age or older.
  • High School Diploma or equivalent (GED).
  • Valid driver's license with a safe driving record.
  • Completion of HCWR entry as DSP or CNA S-TOFHLA with a passing score (Literacy test).
  • Experience supporting people with disabilities.
  • Reliable transportation.

Qualifications

  • Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.

Skills

  • Strong interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
  • Effective communication and problem-solving abilities.

Benefits

  • Paid time off varies by position.
  • Compensation: $20.00 hourly rate with potential increases based on demonstrated experience.
  • DSPs are expected to train in and support all residential homes within the department, as staffing and operational needs require.

Pay

  • $20.00 hourly rate with potential increases based on demonstrated experience.

Schedule

  • Part-time, working from 7:00 p.m. to 9:30 a.m., on Saturdays and Sundays.

Job Category

  • Union Required

What You’ll Love About Us

  • Paid time off varies by position.
  • Compensation: $20.00 hourly rate with potential increases based on demonstrated experience.
  • DSPs are expected to train in and support all residential homes within the department, as staffing and operational needs require.

EEO Statement

Jewish Child and Family Services is an Equal Employment Opportunity (“EEO”) employer. JCFS prohibits illegal discrimination and harassment and affords equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race, color, sex, age, religion, disability, national origin, ancestry, sexual orientation, marital status, parental status, source of income, housing status, military service or discharge status, gender identity, genetic information, or any other protected category established by law, statute or ordinance.

Accreditation

  • Accredited by COA
  • Charter member of CWLA
  • Licensed by DCFS

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