Job Information
Envision Unlimited DSP - South Suburban Chicagoland ONLY in Chicago, Illinois
This job was posted by https://illinoisjoblink.illinois.gov : For more information, please see: https://illinoisjoblink.illinois.gov/jobs/11015652
Purpose: The DSP will evaluate and provide training to residents in daily living and social skills in order to assist them in achieving and maintaining their maximum level of functioning with independent community living.
Essential Responsibilities for Direct Support Professional include but are not limited to:
\$1,000 Sign on Bonus!
Monitor and assist residents with personal grooming and appearance as necessary
Transport and accompany residents to appointments and other services, including day program sites, as needed
Supervise and assist residents in taking their medication in accordance with program guidelines
Assist residents in preparation of daily schedules to include performance of household chores, social activities, and other meetings and appointments
Perform cleaning and housekeeping duties such as, but not limited to: vacuuming, dusting, sweeping, and mopping, monitor and assist residents with daily bedroom maintenance
Respond to medical and behavioral emergencies following appropriate Health and Safety, Aggression Management, First Aid, CPR, and other procedures as necessary
Plan menus and assist with meal preparation as required. Monitor and observe residents with special dietary needs. Essential responsibilities per the needs of the program
OTHER EXPECTATIONS
Employees shall respect the diversity of all individuals (e.g., clients, co-workers, stakeholders) and refrain from any form of discrimination and/or harassment based on religious, marital, ethnic, racial, gender, sexual orientation, or other differences.
Employees share the responsibility of creating and maintaining a welcoming and supportive work environment.