What are the responsibilities and job description for the DSP Community Day Services Technician position at Crosspoint Human Services?
Crosspoint Human Services is seeking a compassionate and dependable Direct Support Professionals (DSP) to support individuals with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities. DSPs play a vital role in helping individuals live meaningful, independent, and fulfilling lives by providing hands on assistance, encouragement, and advocacy in daily activities. This is in our Community Day Services Program
Responsibilities and Duties:
Duties include but are not limited to:
- Implement behavioral programming according to procedure and in a fair and consistent manner.
- Provide persons served with instruction and training opportunities in the development of variety of skill domains, including, but not limited to: social, communication, recreational, vocational, fitness, functional academic, community, and independent living.
- Plan, organize, and facilitate active participation of persons served in daily activities designed to build personal strengths of persons served both in-agency and in the community.
- Complete documentation on appropriate forms relative to programming (date sheets), information (CDS information form), Incidents/Accidents/Injuries (Safety Issue Form).
- Participate in daily cleaning routine.
- Follow all laws and policies related to driving & transferring persons served in & out of vehicles.
Schedule: Monday through Friday 8Am to 4PM
Job Requirements:
- High School Diploma or equivalent
- Prefer one or more years experience working with individuals diagnosed with developmental disability or mental illness.
- Requires a valid drivers license and proof of automobile insurance.
Crosspoint Human Services' Benefits
Taking care of people starts with taking care of our employees. Crosspoint offers a comprehensive benefit package designed to support your well-being, growth, and stability.
Time Away
- 17-22 paid vacation days per year (accrued based on length of service)
- 12 paid sick days per year
- 10 paid holidays
Health and Wellness:
- Crosspoint pays a portion of health insurance premiums for employees and their families
- Group dental and vision insurance
- Flexible benefits available for employees
Financial Security
- 401(k) participation after 90 days of service with an employer match
- Professional development assistance and tuition reimbursement
- Employee Referral Program
About Crosspoint Human Services
Crosspoint Human Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer in accordance with federal and Illinois law. We celebrate diversity and are fully committed to an inclusive work environment for all our employees.
No DSP certification? No problem! Crosspoint Human Services offers comprehensive on the job training to become a DSP in 90 days.