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Residential Direct Support Professional (CILA DSP) / HIRING NOW!
At DSC, our mission is to support people in living a rich and meaningful life. We are dedicated to helping children and adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities live their lives as independently as possible.
No experience necessary, and we offer extensive PAID training for DSP’s who help fulfill our mission and support the individuals we serve. CNA’s are encouraged to apply!
This position is integral to providing residential support services to people in the Champaign County area. In this role, you will provide guidance and supervision, conduct individual and group training programs, general household maintenance and routines, and complete data and records according to individual program plans and Group Home procedures.
WHAT WE OFFER YOU:
- Grant-funded hiring/new employee bonus of $400 (payable upon completion of training), and retention bonuses up to 4 times per year through June of 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
- $16.50 per hour with an additional $2.00 per hour starting midnight Friday to midnight Sunday. There are also ample overtime opportunities available that could increase the hourly rate to $23.25-$26.25.
- 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
- Full-time and Part-time employment opportunities available
- Variable evenings, overnights, weekdays and weekend shifts available. Full-time generally Sunday – Thursday or Tuesday – Saturday, flexible options. Weekday’s 2nd and 3rd shifts and Weekends 1st, 2nd and 3rd shifts
DUTIES:
- Assist with life’s essential activities to start and end the day
- Help individuals manage daily living skills like preparing meals, laundry, dishes and vacuuming
- Go for a walk together, enjoy playing games or connecting in the community. Go fishing, to a local farmer’s market, a movie!
- Develop a supportive and empowering environment
- Assure the residential environment is clean and free from safety hazards
REQUIREMENTS:
- High School Diploma/G.E.D.
- Valid Driver’s License
- Must pass fingerprint-based background check
- Patience, compassion, communication skills, teamwork, dependability, integrity
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