DSP - Evening Shift

Rates/wages will go up effective 1/1/24 (around $1.25 an hour). This becomes effective once the state approves and provides these rate increases. All backpay will be provided.

Currently - $14.25 + $.50 Bonus an hour to start and once fully trained at least $15.25 + $.50 Bonus an hour.

Life is too short for the wrong job!!! Come meet us and apply for the best and most fulfilling job you will ever have. We are hiring exceptional people to be a part of our rapidly growing, loving team that want to make a difference in others lives. We want you if you are caring, compassionate, patient, positive, hardworking, punctual, and reliable. Take on the role as an advocate/teacher for individuals with intellectual disabilities by providing education and assistance in activities of daily living, which includes, cooking, laundry, grooming, cleaning, socializing, budgeting, etc. Coach them through life by attending community outings with them to places like movies, local events/festivals, shopping, fairs, sporting events, etc. Help them with their goals and dreams in life by providing direct care to assist them in achieving their own maximum independence. Learn valuable career, life and social skills of your own while earning a paycheck.

We provide flexible scheduling, paid time off (even for part time employees), and currently paying a bonus $.50 an hour to all employees for all hours worked. We also provide a rewarding, fun, positive working environment.

Certified DSP paid training is provided for all new hires. CPR/1st paid training is provided as needed. Other opportunities for training and for growth within the company available. WE PROMOTE FROM WITHIN!!!!

Job Duties:

Maintain the health, safety and happiness of the residents is the highest priority

Medication administration

Assisting individuals with daily personal care (bathing, dressing, etc)

Homemaker services (shopping, cleaning, cooking, etc)

Resident appointments

Facilitating in-house and out-of-house activities

Collaborating with Activity Director, Unit Directors and other staff

Helping individuals achieve needs, wants and goals

Providing behavioral supports

Ability to communicate (verbally and written) with all levels of personnel within the company

Attend all staff meetings and other training

Inform RSD of all health, physical, or behavioral changes in the residents

Create and maintain a positive reputation for the home both inside and outside the home

Ability to handle physical aspects of job, including bending, stooping, lifting, pushing, pulling, reaching, and walking for periods of time

Complete miscellaneous duties as assigned by management

Follow all rules and regulations as written by the Illinois Department of Human Services/Illinois Department of Public Health

Qualifications:

High School Diploma or equivalent (can work minimal shifts without one)

Must have a valid driver's license (can work minimal shifts without one)

Prefer applicant be 21 to drive company vehicle

Must be able to pass a criminal background check (required by state regulations)

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $14.25 - $15.75 per hour

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule
• Paid time off
• Referral program

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Preferred)

Shift availability:

• Night Shift (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Pekin, IL: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person