DSP for CILA Home

Riverside offers a pleasant working environment, interesting work, and an opportunity to make a difference in the lives of residents who have intellectual and/or developmental disabilities.

We offer:

• partially funded medical, dental, and vision insurance!
• Free Life Insurance!
• Paid Time Off!
• 401K with Employer match!
• Tuition Reimbursement!

Riverside Foundation has an entry-level positions available for a Direct Support Professional in our Mundelein home! A great opportunity for a candidate who strives to lead and make a difference!

The successful applicant must be able to pass a criminal background check, complete the TABE, and successfully pass the Medication Administration course. At least one year of experience as a DSP working with individuals with IDD. Good attendance, a valid Illinois driver’s license, and a clean driving record are also required. Candidates must be at least 21-years-old.

Base pay: $22.75 with an additional 1% for each year in the field. Overtime paid for any hours over 40 hrs/week.

Schedules: (Full-Time)

• Monday 3p-11p, Tuesday 3p-11p, Friday 7:30a-3:30p
• Saturday: 8a-9p
• Sunday: 8a -3p

OR

• Wednesday - Sunday: 3p-11p

Duties include:

· Provide assistance to clients in areas of need

· CILA setting supporting 4-5 men with focus on community opportunities and increasing independence

· When assigned, attend Interdisciplinary Team meetings, and provide relevant information on client status in training programs and areas of need

· Monitor and supervise clients to ensure safety and well-being

· Communicate clients’ needs to the CILA QIDP

· Drive and supervise clients on community outings

· Encourage client participation in the greater community

· Assist clients with food preparation, laundry, and other household tasks

· Medication administration

. Strong organizational skills and documentation skills

. Basic knowledge and comfort level with Microsoft Office and Applications

Pay: $22.75 - $23.38 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Application Question(s):

• Willing to undergo a background check?

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

Experience:

• Caregiving: 1 year (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

• Mundelein, IL 60060 (Required)

Work Location: In person