Direct Support Professional or CNA (Weekend, Overnights)

Shabbona CILA 494 - Batavia, IL 60510Position Type: Full-TimeEducation Level: High School or GEDSalary Range: $19.50 - $19.50 HourlyJob Shift: 2nd ShiftJob Category: Health CareThe Association for Individual Development (AID) is a non-profit organization whose mission is to empower people with physical, developmental, intellectual, mental health challenges; and those at risk, to enjoy lives of dignity and purpose.We are looking for a Direct Support Professional - 24 HCwho demonstrates this mission and wants to work for an organization that makes a difference in the community. Implementing specific assigned programs from the Individual Plan or Implementation Strategy, and documentation per program procedures.

Reports concerns or issues to immediate supervisor without delay.

Plan and prepare meals by following menus and recipes written by dietician with client input and assistance; Attend to the self-care needs of the clients including but not limited to toileting assistance, changing soiled garments, bathing and grooming, shaving, cleaning glasses and adaptive equipment, etc.

Maintain medication administration authorization by attending annual training, following all policies and procedures, and minimizing preventable medication errors.

This includes but is not limited to reporting environmental safety concerns, entering requests for non-urgent repairs, ensuring bedrooms and décor meet regulatory standards, performing assigned safety drills and monitoring tasks, assisting clients to participate in the upkeep of their homes, etc.

Must be alert to any emergency situations that may occur and take appropriate action per program and agency policies and procedures.

Provide transportation for clients in personal or agency vehicle for work, shopping, appointments, social events, etc.

Must have knowledge of client’s medical conditions and be able to monitor and relay information to and from medical appointments.

Attend all meetings, shifts, and trainings, as scheduled.

Assist in the orientation/training of new staff.

Participate in the planning and implementation of community and in-house activities.

Conduct monthly client input meetings, facilitate Home and Community Based Settings Rules training activities, and other client meetings as assigned, documenting participation of individuals.

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.

Complete required training as assigned on or prior to due date to meet licensing and program requirements.

What will we provide Full Time employees.pdf 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

Education:High School Diploma or GED.

CNA (Certified Nursing Assistant) or Autism Certificate desired.

Experience working with developmentally disabled adults preferred

No medical restrictions which would prohibit implementation of a lift/transfer or implementation of behavioral programs.

Perform daily housekeeping tasks and assist clients in independent living skills.

Physically assist clients in situations including, but not limited to: getting in and out of van, bathtub, shower, or bed regularly

Implement behavior support strategies and respond to emergency behavioral issues.

Equipment: Computer and software including Microsoft Word, Outlook, Excel, and Teams; Zoom platform and application; Internet browser and Microsoft SharePoint platform.

Alarm Systems for monitoring fire, weather, security, etc.

Telephone and voicemail.

Office Equipment including printer/scanner, copy machine, calculator, shredder, etc.

Adaptive equipment as defined in individual strategies including hoyer lift and accessories, shower chairs or benches, walkers, wheelchairs, etc.

Must be able to lift or move up to 50 pounds to assist in two-person lift or with use of adaptive equipment.

Must complete required DSP and Medication Administration Training, including, CPR, First Aid, Infection Control, OIG Rule 50, and CPI.

Must maintain medication administration authorization by following all policies and procedures.

Evening, weekend, overnight, and holiday hours required; The use of a personal automobile, and the minimum amount of automobile liability insurance as defined in the Association’s personnel policy is required.

Must transport clients in personal automobile when necessary.

Must have access to a personal cell phone with ability to utilize downloaded applications for secure messaging.