About this role
DAILY PAY AVAILABLE
Active Day has an available opportunity for a DIRECT SUPPORT PROFESSIONAL / DSP to join our team.
APPLY TODAY!
This is an incredibly satisfying job. This is a job that requires passion and dedication with a big splash of creativity. This is where you go home EVERY night knowing YOU MADE A DIFFERENCE in the lives of our members. As a DSP / Direct Support Professional with Active Day, you will lead by example, bring a positive attitude, provide thoughtful and caring support to adults with intellectual disabilities and developmental needs and focus on providing vocational, recreational, leisure and social skills, support and instruction with a focus on community integration at our Day Program.
Personal Support Worker (PSW)
Overview: The Personal Support Worker will provide one-on-one services to children and adults with developmental disabilities in the Home-Based Support Services program through DHS. Essential characteristics of self-motivation, flexibility and a concierge outlook to provide the highest quality services for our clients.
Description/job Duties: Provide direct support to both children and adults with intellectual disabilities in the home-based program. Collaborate with client support team members and ensure that individuals exercise their rights and are treated with dignity and respect. Responsible for the implementation and documentation of individual goals, objectives, behavior tracking and interventions when applicable in the Implementation Strategy Plan and Behavior Support Plan of each individual served. Assist individuals with their activities of daily living (ADL), promoting independence including, but not limited to, household chores, recreational activities, physical fitness activities, grooming and dressing, money management and community integration. Know the whereabouts of individuals you are directly responsible for at all times. No client can be left unattended for any period of time during your shift. Attend training as required to continue skill development as necessary. Meet the needs of the individual served and their family/guardian(s). Report medical or behavioral concerns and accidents / incidents immediately to parent/guardian and your supervisor. Report any and all allegations of individual abuse or neglect that is reported to or witnessed immediately your supervisor and Office of Inspector General (OIG). Responsible for collecting data and filling out appropriate documentation each shift. Completion of state required DSP Certification within 90 days of hire. Other duties assigned.
Hours: Variable schedule. Daily flexibility is required, including morning, afternoon and evening availability.
Compensation: $27/Hour for all client shifts/billable time. Training and non-billable time is reimbursed at the Illinois minimum wage rate. Mileage will be paid at the current IRS rate for mileage.
Location: Office is located in Naperville, IL. Work is dependent on clients location. Individuals being supported by the Behavior Support Staff will be determined at hire and are subject to change at the discretion of Active DayAdministration. Individuals served are primarily in Will and DuPage Counties, with a few outside of these areas. Location of duties varies between client/family homes, in the community, the Active Day office and other locations as assigned.
Reports to: Clinical Manager
Qualifications:
Must be 21 years of age.
Valid driver’s license in good standing required.
Access to a registered vehicle with proof of insurance to provide transportation for individuals served.
Ability to work with both children and adults.
Good communication skills.
Current certified Direct Support Person (DSP) or completion of DSP certification upon hire.
CPR and First Aid Certification or completion of certifications upon hire.
Experience and understanding of individuals with developmental disabilities or mental health diagnoses.
Experience with individuals who exhibit maladaptive behaviors.
Successful clearance of local and/or state background checks.
#INDAD
Other facts
About Active Day
At Active Day Adult Services, we offer services to seniors and adults with physical limitations, in a stimulating environment during the day. Our experienced adult medical day care staff has the ability to monitor your health and help with daily activities, including personal care and administration of medications. Our clients enjoy our delicious and nutritious meals daily, as well as activities, trips, and new friendships.
Our onsite nurse and social worker will make sure all of your needs are attended to well after you have left our facility.
The facility operates in two sessions, from 8:00am to 1:00pm, and from 1:30pm to 6:30pm, Monday through Friday, allowing program participants and caregivers flexible options while planning attendance and care.
What you'll do
- The Direct Support Professional will provide one-on-one services to individuals with intellectual disabilities, focusing on their daily living activities and community integration. Responsibilities include implementing individual goals, tracking behavior, and ensuring the dignity and respect of clients.
Ready to join Active Day?
Take the next step in your career journey