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Description:
Were seeking someone who is wanting to make a difference in someones
life as a Direct Support Professional (DSP) at Challenge Unlimited,
Inc/Residential Options in Pontoon Beach , IL.
No experience! No Problem! We provide all the PAID training needed to
provide the best care.
Individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities need people
in their lives who provide them with assistance and instruction on
completing tasks most people take for granted. The people who provide
this help and training are called Direct Support Professionals, or DSPs.
At Residential Options, our DSPs work in residential settings helping
our clients learn new skills, reach life goals, and turn houses into
homes. DSP\'s report to the Director of Residential Options or Qualified
Intellectual Disabilities Professional (QIDP).
Position Summary:
Shift: Full-Time
Hours:2pm-10pm
Weekends and mandated overtime included in schedule.
Salary:\$19.75 dollars per hour + BENEFITS!
Location: Pontoon Beach, IL
Responsibilities:
Ensure clients receive their medication on time.
Support clients who cant move on their own.
Help clients dress, bathe, eat etc.
Assist clients with physical therapy exercises.
Cook meals according to the customers restrictions.
Help with their shopping.
Do necessary housekeeping and laundry to maintain a clean
environment.
Provide emotional support.
Inform physicians or supervisors about uncommon events.
Act quickly and responsibly in cases of emergency.
Report behaviors, accidents, new issues to RSM.
Documentation in a Residents file of services provided, health,
behaviors or uncommon events.
Taking residents out into the community for activities to promote
social skills, independent skills, creativity, clubs, sports, games,
etc.
Requirements:
High school diploma or equivalent required
Must pass a criminal background check
Must pass a child abuse & neglect background check
Must pass a motor vehicle background check
Must be at least 21 years old
Have a valid drivers license
Must pass state required CASAS literacy assessment prior to
employment.
CPR, 1st Aid, Crisis Prevention Institute (CPI), Med Passing and DSP
training provided by the company must be successfully completed
within the first 4 months and annually thereafter to maintain the
position
proficient with computer and typing skills.
Benefits:
Life Insurance
Medical with Rx & Vision
Dental
Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
Paid Holidays (you do work some holidays)
Paid time off for Vacation and Sick Days
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Equal employment opportunity, including veterans and individuals with
disabilities.\
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