Direct Support Professional (DSP) Residential

LARC is a private not-for-profit organization dedicated to providing individuals with developmental disabilities opportunities to work, live, and participate in their community. LARC has been an established and active organization in Lansing, Illinois since 1956.

Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) work with individuals with intellectual/developmental disabilities to assist in maximizing the person’s strengths, interests and abilities. DSPs provide support and supervision in a group setting that includes daily living supports and community activities with a person-centered approach.

LARC’s Residential Program is actively seeking people-oriented, energetic, dedicated candidates to join our team. Full-time and Part-time positions are available; shifts are primarily afternoons, midnights and weekends. LARC strives to provide employees with a schedule that will promote work-life balance.

Requirements:

· Must be 18 years or older

· High School Diploma or GED

· Able to pass a Test of Adult Basic Education (TABE test)

· Valid Drivers’ License

· Physical ability to lift, stand for long periods of time, push, pull, reach, bend

LARC will provide new employees with two weeks of classroom training (during daytime hours) and 80 hours of on-the-job training and coaching. LARC is committed to the development of employees through on-going training, support systems and coaching.

COVID Prevention Commitment:

LARC is committed to the safety and well-being of employees and residents. Employees are provided with personal protective equipment, sanitizing supplies and training on prevention. LARC is proud to report that 97% of residents are fully vaccinated.

Work Remotely

• No

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $18.50 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program

Schedule:

• 10 hour shift
• 12 hour shift
• 8 hour shift
• Evening shift
• Holidays
• Night shift
• On call
• Overnight shift
• Overtime
• Weekends as needed

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

Work Location: In person