Direct Support Professional - DSP

Job Description

Job Description

Description:

Welcome to your opportunity to change the world! If you have a servant’s heart and want to be part of something truly special, then Caritas Family Solutions needs you. We have been serving the people of Illinois since 1947 and have over 500 committed and mission-driven team members. At Caritas, we do not hire people for jobs, we find new team members for rewarding and life-changing careers that make the world better.

If you are kind, patient, and ready to make a difference, we would love to meet you!

Full-time employees are offered the competitive benefits outlined below:

· Generous Paid Time Off

· Paid training

· Health Insurance

· Dental and Vision

· Life insurance

· 403(b) with company contribution 5%

· Tuition reimbursement

We know great candidates bring a wide range of experience. If you believe you can be successful in this role, we encourage you to apply — even if you don’t meet every qualification listed.

Job Title: Direct Support Professional

Department: CILA

Status: Full-Time, non-exempt

Reports To: Site Supervisor

Starting Pay : $18.35 hourly

POSITION SUMMARY: Caritas Family Solutions is seeking compassionate caregivers to serve as Direct Service Providers (DSP) in our Community Integrated Living Arrangement (CILA) homes. This role is perfect for emotionally mature professionals who are passionate about supporting people living with developmental disabilities. As a DSP, you’ll be able to end every workday knowing you’ve made a positive difference in the lives of those you serve. If you’re ready to make an impact, please apply today!

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assist residents with activities of daily living including meal preparation, housekeeping, personal care, medication support, and recreational activities.
• Monitor and document medication administration and report health concerns to appropriate staff.
• Foster positive relationships with residents, families, and guardians through effective communication and excellent customer service.
• Assist residents with budgeting, purchases, and management of personal funds as appropriate.
• Support residents in accessing community resources and building natural support networks.
• Provide training, coaching, and encouragement to assist residents in achieving individual goals.
• Provide direct personal care and supervision based on individual resident needs.
• Maintain required documentation and records in accordance with agency policies and regulatory requirements.
• Promote resident dignity, choice, independence, and community engagement.

Please note that the Responsibilities and Qualifications provide a general overview of the primary duties for this role and the basic qualifications. This is not intended to be a comprehensive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE REQUIRED/PREFERRED:

Degree/Field Required : High School Diploma or GED

Additional Fields of Knowledge Important for the Role:

· Developmental disabilities services

· Community-based support practices

· Customer service principles

· Documentation and recordkeeping

Experience Required: N/A

Experience Preferred: Experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities or in a residential setting.

Licenses/Certifications Required: Successful completion of required DSP training.

Licenses/Certifications Preferred: N/A

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Medium Work. Exert up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 30 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.

Requires standing, walking, sitting, bending, lifting, reaching, and repetitive hand movements. Must be able to assist individuals with mobility needs and perform physical tasks associated with residential support services.

VISUAL ACUITY:

The worker is required to have visual acuity sufficient to monitor resident safety, observe behaviors, complete documentation, and perform routine workplace activities.

WORK CONTEXT/ENVIRONMENT:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.]

This position operates within residential and community-based settings. Employees may be exposed to a variety of environmental conditions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

VEHICLE RELATED REQUIREMENTS:

Access to reliable transportation: Required.

Access to a reliable automobile: Required.

Proof of insurance: Required.

Valid driver’s license: Required.

Additional license requirements: N/A

DRUG FREE WORKPLACE:

Caritas Family Solutions is dedicated to maintaining a safe, healthy, and productive environment for our clients and employees. As part of this, a strict, drug-free workplace policy is maintained.