What are the responsibilities and job description for the Direct Support Professional position at UCP Seguin of Greater Chicago?
Primary Function:
Under the direction of the Life Skills Administrator/Adult Services Administrator, you will provide supportive assistance and training to individuals in their daily living, social, recreational, day services, and community activities. Your goal is to help them achieve their personal objectives as outlined in their Individualized Service Plan (ISP).
Your Key Responsibilities:
Work Schedule:
Your work schedule may vary depending on the needs of the assigned work site and the individuals residing there. Schedules are subject to change based on evolving individual needs or programming requirements.
Qualifications:
To be successful in this role, you must possess the following qualifications:
Licenses and Certifications:
You must obtain the following certifications within specified timeframes:
Working Conditions:
This role requires physical assistance and intervention at times, including:
Under the direction of the Life Skills Administrator/Adult Services Administrator, you will provide supportive assistance and training to individuals in their daily living, social, recreational, day services, and community activities. Your goal is to help them achieve their personal objectives as outlined in their Individualized Service Plan (ISP).
Your Key Responsibilities:
- Support and empower individuals with developmental and other disabilities to lead self-directed lives and contribute to their communities.
- Encourage attitudes and behaviors that promote inclusion and independence.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless service integration across departments and work units.
Work Schedule:
Your work schedule may vary depending on the needs of the assigned work site and the individuals residing there. Schedules are subject to change based on evolving individual needs or programming requirements.
Qualifications:
To be successful in this role, you must possess the following qualifications:
- High School Diploma or Equivalent
- Minimum 21 years of age
- Six months of experience working with persons with developmental disabilities (preferred)
Licenses and Certifications:
You must obtain the following certifications within specified timeframes:
- Self-Administration of Medication Training (within 90 days)
- First Aid and CPR Certification (as required by licensing agency)
- Department of Human Services Mandated Training Curriculum for DSPs in Illinois (within agency designated timeline or 120 days)
- Safety Care Behavior Intervention Training (within one month of hire)
Working Conditions:
This role requires physical assistance and intervention at times, including:
- Rendering physical aid to individuals in areas of personal care and daily living
- Implementing physical interventions during behavior incidents
