Make a difference with DSC!
Lead CILA Direct Support Professional - $400 hiring bonus + $400 quarterly retention bonuses
DSC provides educational, professional, residential, employment and behavioral support to people with intellectual and developmental disabilities in Champaign and Ford counties. We have an excellent work environment where you will be part of a team that is positive, caring and dedicated to making a difference in the lives of the people to whom we provide services. If you are seeking a rewarding and fulfilling job, we are currently hiring for the position of Lead Community Integrated Living Arrangement Direct Support Professional.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
• As a Lead CILA DSP at DSC, you will support people we serve in a residential setting. In this role you will be responsible for the daily operation of the CILA home, the delivery of programs to meet the needs of people served, and for providing a safe and therapeutic environment. You will also provide guidance, support and training for the direct service staff of the home. Each day, you will carry out a variety of rewarding work where you will play an integral role in the success of the company and our mission to support people to live a rich and meaningful life.
REQUIREMENTS:
• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Have a valid driver’s license and the ability to drive an agency van.
• Must successfully complete required trainings.
• Must have sufficient physical stamina and mobility to push, pull, and lift.
• Paid training provided as necessary
• Supervisory experience preferred
HOURS:
• 40 hours per week, typically Sunday through Thursday or Tuesday through Saturday with varying first and second shift hours. In general, hours will be 11:00 AM to 7:00 PM.
WHAT WE OFFER YOU:
• $19 per hour
• Grant-funded hiring/new employee bonus of $400 (payable upon completion of training), and retention bonuses up to 4 times per year through June 2026 - up to $1,600 per year!
• PAID Training
• Professional resources available through the National Alliance for Direct Support Professionals (NADSP) with opportunities to connect with peers from all over the U.S.
• All benefits start day 1 of employment
• 21 days of paid time off (PTO), 10 paid holidays, 1 personal holiday and 6 days of paid reserve sick leave per year
• Medical, dental, life and disability coverage (starts first day of employment)
• Health Reimbursement Arrangement (HRA), Flex Spending Account (FSA) and Dependent Care Account (DCA)
• Voluntary benefits including vision, STD, critical illness, accident, legal insurance and identity theft protection
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match
• Employee referral program (up to $1000 per referral)
• Family-oriented work environment, casual dress, and employee appreciation events
• Employee assistance program
Please follow the link to view our full summary of employee benefits DSC SUMMARY OF EMPLOYEE BENEFITS
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