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. The Developmental Trainer/Direct Support Person (DSP) will support the people served as they engage in activities of their choice at the program site or 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

Must provide proof of a high school diploma (via transcripts) or proof of a 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

Pass the Short Test of Functional Health Literacy in Adults (S-TOFHLA)

Successfully complete medication administration training and annual recertifications to maintain medication administration status

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 and programmatic training is complete. An additional $0.25/hour wage increase will be given when all facets of medication administration training are complete.

BENEFITS AVAILABLE

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

Health Insurance (including HSA and FSA options), 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