Training Specialist/DSP

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Training Specialist/DSP

At St. Coletta\'s, our mission is to serve children and adults with

intellectual and developmental disabilities so they can achieve their

greatest potential.\

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The Community Day Services (CDS) provides a variety of programs to

enhance each individuals adaptive living skills, economic

self-sufficiency, overall level of independence and integration into the

community. The CDSis seeking a Training Specialist/DSP to join the

Community Day Services Program.\

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• Schedule:** Monday - Friday 7:30 AM - 4 PM\
  
  

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• Pay Rate:**\$20.54 hourly
  
  

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Responsibilities

• The individual will be responsible for implementing methods of
  
  

instruction consistent with current skills and performance

curriculum

• Adapts work stations to meet the needs of the consumers: maintains a
  
  

clean and safe work environment

• Prepares required documentation for agency caseworkers
• Provides crisis counseling and emergency interventions to consumers
  
  

as needed

• Responsible for transporting clients in a Van
• Monitors and records operating conditions of vehicle daily and
  
  

reports mechanical problems to the Supervisor immediately

• While transporting clients, complies to route, safety and other
  
  

transportation procedures

• Tracks and records client transportation and other information as
  
  

Required

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Qualifications

• High School Diploma or Equivalent
• Able to demonstrate approved behavior management techniques
• DSP certification preferred, not required (In-house training
  
  

available)

• CPR and First Aide Certification preferred not required
• Valid drivers license
• Pass a criminal background checkand physical/drug test
• Pass a MVR background check
  
  

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• Benefits:**\
  
  

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We offer the following benefits: health, dental, life, LTD, 403b

retirement plan, paid vacation, personal days, sick days and 10 paid

Holidays. Also, all employees working more than 20 hours per week

receive free long-term disability and free life insurance 2.5x your

annual salary.

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About St. Colettas Of Illinois

At St. Coletta\'s, our mission is to serve children and adults with

intellectual and developmental disabilities so they can achieve their

greatest potential. Founded in 1949 by the Sisters of St. Francis of

Assisi,St. Colettas of Illinoisprovides a lifelong continuum of care

beginning in early childhood. Our residential, educational and

vocational training programs provide services for adults and children

with intellectual and developmental disabilities that enhance their

independence and well-being. We serve participants without regard to

race, religion or economic background. St. Colettas meets individuals

needs and abilities while providing the least restrictive environment

for growth.