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Lead Direct Support Professional - Residential

DEVELOPMENTAL SERVICES CENTER
Champaign, IL Full Time
POSTED ON 8/10/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 12/6/2026

Make a difference with DSC!
Lead CILA Direct Support Professional - Bi-annual retention bonuses!

If you're looking for a career that is both rewarding and deeply meaningful, DSC is currently accepting applications for the position of Lead CILA Direct Support Professional. Developmental Services Center (DSC) provides comprehensive services across the lifespan-from birth through adulthood-including family development, case management, employment, residential, respite, and community day services for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities in Champaign and Ford Counties. As part of our team, you'll join a positive, caring, and mission-driven group of professionals dedicated to empowering people with disabilities to live full, self-directed lives. We offer an excellent work environment where your contributions truly make a difference in the lives of those we serve.

RESPONSIBILITIES:
  • As a Lead CILA DSP at DSC, you will support people we serve in a residential setting. In this role you will be responsible for the daily operation of the CILA home, and for providing a safe and therapeutic home environment. You will also provide guidance, support and training for the direct service staff of the home. Each day, you will work alongside individuals to promote their personal growth and maximize independence, contributing to DSC’s mission to support people to live a rich and meaningful life.
REQUIREMENTS:
  • High School diploma or equivalent.
  • 21 years of age with valid driver’s license and the ability to drive an agency van.
  • Must successfully complete required trainings.
  • Must have sufficient physical stamina and mobility to push, pull, and lift.
  • Paid training provided as necessary
HOURS:
  • 40 hours per week, typically Sunday through Thursday or Tuesday through Saturday with blended first and second shift hours. In general, hours will be 11:00 AM to 7:00 PM.
WHAT WE OFFER YOU:
  • Grant-funded retention bonuses up to 2 payments for a maximum of $1,600 per fiscal year! (depending on when in the grant year you are hired)
  • PAID Training, with Direct Support Professional Certification within 90 days
  • 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
  • 21 days of paid time off (PTO), 10 paid holidays, 1 personal holiday and 6 days of paid reserve 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, short term disability, 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
Please follow the link to view our full summary of employee benefits DSC SUMMARY OF EMPLOYEE BENEFITS

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Salary : $1,600

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