DSP (Direct Support Professional)

Join our team of Direct Support Professionals where you will ensure the well-being of adult men with intellectual & developmental disabilities.

Our successful professionals enjoy helping others and taking care of people with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

You will provide care based on the abilities of each resident and assist the residents in developing skills to reach their personal maximum ability.

Duties:

· Assist individuals with daily living activities, including personal care and hygiene tasks

· Provide emotional support and companionship

· Administer medications as prescribed

· Implement individualized care plans and support goals

· Assist with household tasks and meal preparation

· Accompany individuals to appointments and community outings

· Monitor and document individual progress and behaviors

Some weekends required. Overtime is not required but available. On-site Supervisor on duty 24 hours.

PAY

We offer a competitive rate of $22.08 to $23.58, depending upon shift, plus an additional weekend shift differential. Incentive pay for becoming authorized to pass medications. The pay is weekly.

WHO WE ARE

For over 55 years, Good Shepherd Manor has been home to over 100 men with developmental and intellectual disabilities. Our thriving community of residents and staff enjoy living or working on our picturesque 60-acre campus that includes 13 modern group homes located 45 minutes south of Chicago just north of Momence, Illinois.

Our inclusive culture is ideal for someone who likes working as part of a team. We pride ourselves on a friendly environment, helping each other provide to a wonderful group of men a life filled with dignity, respect, and compassion. No two days are alike, and you are able to build your skills in a moderately paced, supportive environment.

POSITION HOURS:

Full-time Overnight Shift: Midnight to 8 am

Part-time Overnight Shift: Midnight to 8 am

Full-time Evening Shift: 4 pm to Midnight

Part-time Evening Shift: 4 pm to Midnight

Some weekend work is required.

Overtime is available but not required.

BENEFITS

Full range of benefits including:

· 26.5 paid personal days per year (accrual starting after 90-day probationary period) for Full-time.

· 5.5 PTO days per year (accrual starting after 90-day probationary period) for part-time.

· 403b retirement fund with company match

· Paid training

· $200 Referral bonus

EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS YOU WILL USE AND DEVELOP:

CNAs are encouraged to apply.

Recent grads encouraged to apply. Previous experience with the developmentally disabled population is a plus, but not a requirement. We provide the training and support you need to connect and make a difference with this amazing group of men!

You become registered as a Direct Support Professional with the Illinois Department of Public Health once you have successfully completed training. People in pursuit of a healthcare degree are encouraged to apply.

In addition to developing care giving skills as a healthcare professional, you will also enhance lifelong job skills in working as part of a team and developing your interpersonal and communication skills along with organizational and time management abilities.

REQUIREMENTS:

18 years of age or older

High school diploma or GED

Valid Driver's license and a clean driving record

HOW TO APPLY:

Apply through Indeed.com

Go to our website at www.goodshepherdmanor.org and click on Join Our Team at the top to see a video of our employees describing the position and why they enjoy working with us. Watch our video from our 50th anniversary gala that shows how valued and appreciative our families are for the job our care workers do:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eTR33b0ByeA

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment, without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran

Job Type: Full-time and Part-time

Work Location: In person

Pay: $22.08 - $23.58 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Paid time off
• Paid training
• Referral program

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Required)

Shift availability:

• Night Shift (Preferred)
• Overnight Shift (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

• Momence, IL 60954 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Momence, IL 60954: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person