Direct Support Professional (DSP) Genoa, Illinois

Company: Avancer Homes LLC
Location: Genoa
Posted on: March 8, 2023

Job Description:

Avancer Homes LLC - Direct Support Professional (DSP) -
***$1000.00 SIGN ON BONUS***
(Requirements met at 90 days, per hours worked to earn sign on bonus)
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Full Time and Part Time Positions Available for -Direct Support Professionals (DSP)
Second Shift & Third Shift Available
Starting Pay: $13.00 - $20.00 - Based on Experience
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Are You Ready to Make a Positive Impact?
Avancer Homes LLC is currently looking for Direct Support Professionals (DSP) to join our team specifically at the Joshua CILA home, located in Genoa, Illinois! This position is ideal for candidates who are looking to gain experience in a behavioral health field or for individuals with a passion for serving others. - -Avancer Homes LLC is committed to employee development and in providing an environment that fosters a sense of accomplishment in all that you do, every day!
Why Direct Support Profession is Amazing!
As a Direct Support Professional, you are providing personal assistance to individuals who need help with daily living. - -The individuals we serve have profound to mild developmental or intellectual disabilities, and as a DSP you will work with other dedicated professionals who share the very same passion for helping and assisting others. - Our wonderful staff assist individuals with daily living and promote growth in all areas of needs. - -This is a very rewarding journey for the right individual, as you get to truly make a difference with what you do, every single day.
At Avancer Homes LLC we provide in-home care to persons served in eighteen beautiful residential homes across Ogle and DeKalb County. - -We are in a place of rapid growth and are very excited to connect with like-minded individuals who are interested in making positive changes in the lives of others!
Our amazing staff works together as a team to promote a positive experience for everyone we interact with. - -We believe in the value of an individual, people, and we as an agency, are committed to treating our fellow employees and persons served with kindness and respect.
Location
Genoa, Illinois
Address: 1008 Joshua LN. Genoa, Illinois 60135
Direct Support Professional (DSP) -Duties
--- -Assist individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities meet personal care needs.
--- -Offer daily support and active engagement through recreational, social and community activities
--- -Maintain a friendly, home like environment within the residential home.
--- -Help individuals with tasks like, cooking, cleaning, showering, toileting, hygiene, laundry, etc.
--- -Empower persons served that they can learn to do for themselves.
--- -Monitor behavior of persons towards themselves and others and actively engage in redirecting.
--- -Ensure the residential homes are safe and free from health hazards and that items are properly locked up or stored accordingly.
--- -Document individual's activities, concerns and progress as required.
--- -Report any instances of suspected abuse, neglect or exploitation to the appropriate authorities.
Direct Support Professional (DSP) -Requirements -
- - - - - - - - - -DSP certified or the ability to become certified through our paid training
- - - - - - - - -At least 16 years of age
- - - - - - - - -Reliable Transportation
- - - - - - - - - -A high school diploma or GED -preferred -- -Not Required -
- - - - - - - - -Ability to lift 50 lbs
- - - - - - - - -Ability to pass a criminal background check
Physical Demands
Ability to lift 50lbs
Physical Demands: - -The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
Direct Support Professional (DSP) -Benefits - - -(Eligibility Requirements Apply)
--- -Ability To Gain Overtime @ A FULL TIME Status - Earn time-and-a-half.
--- - -Paid DSP Training
--- -Referral Program
--- -Company Bonuses
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--- -Health Insurance - Blue Cross Blue Shield
--- -Additional Health Benefits - Infiniti HR - IWELL Wellness
--- -Dental
--- -Vision
---- -Paid Lunch and Breaks
---- -Vacation Earned / PTO
--- -Holiday Pay
---- -Sick Time Earned
---- -Roth IRA
Voluntary Benefits Include:
--- - - - - -Short Term Disability
--- - - - - -Met Law
--- - - - - -Telehealth
--- - - - - -ID Theft Protection
--- - - - - -Life Insurance
--- - - - - -Critical Illness
--- - - - - -Discount Program
--- - - - - -Private Health Exchange
--- - - - - -And More
This Job Is Ideal for Someone Who Has:
Strong Active Listening Skills
Service Mindedness
Social Awareness
Critical Thinking
If you feel like this position is just right for you, please apply today ! We look forward to you joining our team !
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