Direct Support Professional (DSP)/Caregiver Adult Day

Description

ABOUT THE ROLE:  The Direct Support Professional will provide support, training, and service coordination of the individuals served in our Adult Day Program. 

SCHEDULE AND COMPENSATION:

• On-site position, Monday-Friday, 40 hours per week.
• Salary range $20.00 - $21.00/hour (non-exempt). Salary based on skills and experience.
• Up to 6% annual bonus potential.
• 403b retirement plan with up to a 4% company match.

ABOUT US:  Helping Hand's mission is to transform the lives of all connected to Helping Hand through genuine care and education.  So that, people with intellectual and developmental disabilities are equally valued in all communities!  Established in 1955, Helping Hand is proud to serve over 70 surrounding communities by providing accredited and licensed Adult Programs as well as an ISBE-approved non-public Therapeutic Day School. 

Helping Hand has been awarded "Best and Brightest Places to Work" for both Chicago and the Nation for 6 years in a row!  This award is a reflection of the incredible talent and commitment shown by our HH team members every day.

If you're ready to join our incredible team, apply today!

HELPING HAND PERKS:

• Traditional medical (BCBS of IL), dental, and vision insurance.
• Supplemental and voluntary benefits available with employer-paid Group Life/AD&D, STD, and LTD.
• Team member appreciation events and recognition throughout the year
• Tuition reimbursement 
• Paid holidays
• Paid vacation
• Paid personal days after 1 year of service
• Accrued paid sick time
• Employee Assistance Programs

A TYPICAL DAY FOR YOU AT HH:

• Communicate all individual/client needs to supervisor including schedules, medical, behavioral, and family needs. 
• Provide supervision to, and actively engage individuals while training and supporting through individualized plans in daily living, community integration, leisure, and work skills either individually or in a group setting. 
• Assist in the development of curriculum/lesson plans, implement and present lesson plans to individuals in class settings through various teaching methods. 
• Assist with ADLs (Activities of Daily Living), feeding, and toileting as per the individualized need of each person served. 
• Assist with welcoming, monitoring and transitioning of new clients into the program.  
• Implement and document individual training objectives.  
• Participate as a member of the individuals interdisciplinary team and attends team meetings/staffing as required. 
• Complete all paperwork, required documentation, and conduct emergency drills as assigned. 
• Assist in teaching, training and supporting new team members on shift as they learn their new role. 
• Cohesively work with and support volunteers within program setting. 
• Attend all team and agency meetings and complete training requirements as scheduled. 
• Set up programming areas in the most effective manner to maximize training potential and maintain assigned space in a clean and orderly manner.  
• Monitor individuals throughout the shift, remaining awake and alert. 
• Implement activities and recreation per activity calendar. 
• Other duties as assigned.   

Qualifications

LAND THIS OPPORTUNITY BY HAVING:

Education:

• High School Diploma or GED required. 

Experience:

• Ability to fulfill all necessary training requirements of the agency, including but not limited to crisis management (crisis management training includes de-escalation strategies and physical management techniques).
• Proficient and comfortable with technology such as Microsoft Office, Teams, Zoom, etc. 
• DSP Certified preferred.  If not already DSP certified, the ability to complete DSP training within 90 days of hire.
• Experience working with intellectual and developmental disability population (preferred).

Skill Sets:

• Possess problem-solving and time management skills.
• Sound organizational skills and ability to multitask while prioritizing multiple urgencies as required.
• Present interpersonal communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Valid driver's license with acceptable driving record and ongoing motor vehicle insurance (preferred).
• Must be able to apply for PACE certification.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and the flexibility to adapt to changes throughout the shift.
• Flexibility to work at any assigned HH site.
• Must be able to maintain client confidentiality at all times.
• The ability to work both independently and collaboratively with the entire team to ensure safe and efficient delivery of services while utilizing strong conflict management and team building skills.
• Ability to promote and adhere to company values.
• A commitment to a diverse, inclusive, and equitable work environment.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• The person in this position may encounter clients exhibiting physical aggression; must be comfortable working in periods of crisis and feel comfortable de-escalating individually or as a team.
• The person in this position needs to occasionally move about to assist clients and other team members, access file cabinets, office machinery, etc. 
• The ability to observe details at a close range (within a few feet of the observer). 
• Consistently position self to maintain files in file cabinets or assist clients or other team members. 
• The ability to communicate information and ideas so others will understand.  Must be able to exchange accurate information in these situations.   

Helping Hand welcomes diversity and provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

Salary : $20 - $21