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$18/hr–$21/hr
Full-time
high school
Posted 37d ago
~40 hrs/week
Responsibilities
Provide direct support to adults with developmental disabilities to enhance their independence and quality of life. Responsibilities include personal care, medication assistance, community integration, and implementing Individual Service Plans.
Requirements
Requires a High School Diploma or GED, a valid Illinois Driver's License, and at least one year of experience supporting individuals with developmental disabilities. Candidates must be 21+ and able to obtain certifications in Medication Administration, First Aid, CPR, and Safety Care.
Full job description
Extended Support Specialist- Full-time
Pay Range: $18.16 - $21.66 - Various Locations
UCP Seguin of Greater Chicago
UCP Seguin is seeking compassionate, dedicated, and dependable professionals to join our team as an Extended Support Specialist (Direct Support Professional - DSP). In this rewarding role, you will provide direct support to adults with developmental and other disabilities, helping them achieve greater independence, enhance their quality of life, and actively participate in their communities. Our mission is to support individuals with disabilities and special needs, enabling them to become productive and valued members of society.
Qualifications
High School Diploma or GED required.
Must be at least 21 years of age.
Minimum of one (1) year of successful work or volunteer experience supporting individuals with developmental disabilities.
Valid Illinois Driver's License with an acceptable driving record and insurability approval.
Ability to obtain and maintain required certifications, including:
Medication Administration Training
First Aid and CPR Certification
Illinois DSP Training Curriculum Completion
Safety Care Behavior Intervention Certification
Strong verbal and written communication skills, including proper English grammar and documentation abilities.
Basic computer proficiency, including experience with computers, tablets, iPads, and smartphones.
Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate effectively with consumers, families, coworkers, and interdisciplinary teams.
Physical ability to assist individuals with activities of daily living, transfers, mobility assistance, behavioral interventions, and lifting requirements as needed.
Key Responsibilities
The Extended Support Specialist provides support in personal care, daily living activities, transportation, medication assistance, community integration, household management, behavior support, documentation, and advocacy. Employees serve as role models while ensuring the safety, dignity, rights, and well-being of the individuals they support. This role requires active participation in interdisciplinary teams, implementation of Individual Service Plans (ISPs), and maintaining accurate documentation.
Schedule
This unique position follows a 6-days-on, 7-days-off rotation, requiring approximately 144 continuous on-site hours per rotation with guaranteed overtime opportunities and scheduled sleep periods.
If you are passionate about making a meaningful difference in the lives of individuals with disabilities and enjoy building supportive relationships within a team-oriented environment, we encourage you to apply today.
Related keywords
Direct Support ProfessionalDSPDevelopmental DisabilitiesMedication Administration TrainingFirst AidCPR CertificationIllinois DSP Training CurriculumSafety CareBehavior InterventionIndividual Service PlansISPPersonal CareCommunity IntegrationAdvocacy
United Cerebral Palsy Seguin of Greater Chicago believes that all people. Regardless of ability, deserve to achieve their potential, advance their independence and act as full members of the community.
So we stop at nothing to provide life skills training, assistive technology, meaningful employment and a place to call home for people with disabilities, as well as specialized foster care for children.
Our goal: life without limits for people with disabilities.
Offices: 3100 S Central Avenue, Cicero, IL 60804, US · 7550 W 183rd Street, Tinley Park, IL 60477, US · 1136 N Maple Avenue, La Grange Park, Illinois 60526, US · 332 W Harrison Street, Oak Park, IL 60304, US · 5233 Saint Charles Road, Berkeley, IL 60163, US
Employment Services for People with Developmental and Other DisabilitiesResidential Services for Adults with Developmental DisabilitiesAssistive TechnologyInformation/Training for Children and Adults with Disabilitiesand Specialized Foster Care for ChildrenHealth CareNon Profit
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