Direct Support Person (Community Day Services)

CCAR Industries is searching for a full-time, 40 hour per week direct support person to work at our Locust Street Day Program. Direct support personnel (DSPs) support people with developmental disabilities as they engage in organized activities and enjoy leisure time activities at the program and in the community. The DSP will transport individuals to activities in the community and to/from the day program in agency-owned vehicles. In addition, they work as a team to plan recreational activities in the community.

SCHEDULE

This is a permanent full-time, daytime position on   Monday - Friday from 7 am to 3:30 pm (40 hours per week). W eekends and major holidays off.

ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS

- Must possess a valid driver's license with a driving record that meets the agency's insurability requirements (Employees are required to transport persons served to community activities of their choosing, on medical visits as they arise, and to/from the program when needed.)

- Must be at least 18 years old

- Provide proof of a high school diploma (via transcripts) or GED from an accredited school

- Must pass a criminal background check, as required by the Healthcare Worker Background Check Act (225 ILCS 46), and a DCFS Child Abuse and Neglect background check

- Successfully complete and maintain American Heart Association or American Red Cross CPR/First Aid certification

- Successfully complete Direct Support Person training in accordance with IDHS requirements

DUTIES

- Develop a rapport with persons served

- Support individuals in self-advocacy and making informed choices

- Assist in planning and implementing day program activities based on the input of those served

- Transport people to activities of their choosing and to/from the program to their homes in agency-owned vehicles

- Support people by assisting with daily living needs, such as grooming, preparing food, and restroom hygiene

- Assist with setting-up and cleaning-up before/after breaktimes

- Provide support and guidance regarding workplace behavior/etiquette

- Review individualized plans and document the services/supports provided on a daily basis

- Accurately record arrival, departure, and other activity times

- Actively participate in team meetings

- Assist in planning and implementing program-based or community activities based on the input of those served

- Assure that the workplace is clean, neat, and free of potential safety hazards

- Complete vehicle safety checks, fuel and maintain vehicles, as assigned

- Communicate with co-workers, supervisors, and other team members about location/program and person-specific needs

- Be prepared to work at any program or location with any of the people served by the agency

- Other duties as needed

WAGES

This position starts at $18.25/hour with a $0.50/hour increase when DSP training is complete. An additional $0.25/hour wage increase will be given to employees who successfully complete all facets of medication administration training.

BENEFITS AVAILABLE

- Paid Time Off

- Paid Holidays

- Health Insurance (including Teledoc), Short and Long-Term Disability Insurance, and Life Insurance

- Dental and Vision Insurance

- Profit-Sharing

- Employee Assistance Program

- 403 (b) Retirement Savings Plan

PAY SCHEDULE

- Every two weeks with direct deposit available upon request

QUESTIONS?

Text us at (501) 203-9636 OR Call us at   (217) 460-9119