DSP / Direct Support Professional Weekday Afternoon /Niles/Morton Grove/Mt. Prospect/Des Plaines//
About the role
We are hiring DSPs who are professional, energetic, and nurturing. You will provide hands-on support to individuals in their homes as they work on daily activities and long-term goals. This includes activities such as meal preparation, enhancing social skills, providing companionship, community outings, and more.
Responsibilities
- Provide hands-on support to individuals in their homes
- Work on daily activities and long-term goals
- Activities include meal preparation, enhancing social skills, providing companionship, community outings, and more
Requirements
- Pass: A fingerprint criminal background check, a child abuse and neglect check, and a drug screen
- Provide: An original document showing high school completion or high school equivalency, residency for the past 2 years, current & original documents verifying identity and ability to legally work in the United States, two verifiable employment references within the last 3 years, and proof of a valid drivers license at the time of interview
Qualifications
- Must have a valid drivers license and be willing to drive company vehicles
Skills
- Professionalism
- Energetic
- Nurturing
Benefits
- Generous paid leave
- Insurance (group health after 90 days of employment)
- 401(k) retirement plan (eligible after 1 year)
- Holiday incentives (gift cards, premium pay, etc.)
- Paid training (First Aid, CPR, AED, CPI, and more)
- A monthly personal fitness stipend
Pay
- Base rate: $21.60/hour
- $24.60/hour if certified to administer medication (we can train you if you are not currently certified!)
Schedule
Monday – Thursday, 2PM – 12AM
About the Company
Rimland is a premier social service agency that supports adults with developmental disabilities. We have been saying “welcome home” to individuals with autism for more than 45 years. We provide a safe environment in which individuals can grow and engage with the world. Our approach is unique, and our care is excellent.