What are the responsibilities and job description for the DSP (Direct Support Professional) Full/Part Time position at Oak Leyden?
Oak Leyden has Immediate openings for caring individuals who want to make a difference by working in our CILA Residential group homes for adults with developmental disabilities. Our CILA DSP's assist adults with developmental disabilities with activities of daily living skills by teaching and assisting with personal hygiene, home cleanliness, cooking, and other daily activities.
We have the following Full Time, benefit eligible shifts available:
- 3rd Shift, 10:30pm-8:30am Wed-Fri AND 2nd shift Sunday (38 Hours)- Westchester (Female House)
- 2nd shift, 2:30pm - 10:30 pm Wednesday-Sunday(40 Hours)- Melrose Park (2)
- 2nd shift, 2:30pm - 10:30 pm Tuesday-Saturday (40 Hours)-Westchester (Female House)
We have the following Part Time, non-benefit eligible shifts available:
- 2nd shift, 2:30pm - 10:30 pm Friday-Saturday (16 hours)- Franklin Park
- 1st Shift, 8:30am-2:30pm Saturday and Sunday (12 Hours)- Franklin Park & Melrose Park
- 1st Shift, 8:30am-2:30pm Saturday and Sunday AND 2nd shift on Monday (20 Hours)- Franklin Park, Forest Park & Westchester
Qualifications for a DSP:
- High School Diploma/GED
- 21 years of age for insurance purposes.
- DSP certified required.
- 1 yr experience with Adults with Developmental Disabilities minimum
- Current Valid Illinois Driver’s License and ability to be insured under Oak Leyden Insurance (Must have clean driving record)
- 21 yrs of age or older for insurance purposes
- Ability to lift 50 pounds, climb stairs, pass drug test/physical, all background checks and required tests.
Oak Leyden provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $22.30 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Referral program
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
Salary : $22