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Easterseals
Direct Support Professional -Part Time (3rd Shift)
Entry-Level JobVerifiedNo experience needed
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What they do
A Home Health Aide helps individuals who are disabled, elderly, or chronically ill with daily tasks, such as dressing, washing, and light housekeeping. They can care for patients in their homes or other healthcare settings, and may perform basic medical care under the direction of a nurse or other medical professional. These roles typically require more comprehensive agency-approved training programs.
$32,347 / year median in Illinois
+23% projected growth
Job Description
Direct Support Professional -Part Time (3rd Shift) Easterseals - 3.6 Joliet, IL Job Details Part-time $20 an hour 17 hours ago Benefits Paid holidays Tuition reimbursement Employee assistance program Loan forgiveness Life insurance Qualifications Passenger vehicle High school diploma or GED Driver's License Full Job Description We have immediate openings part-time - 3rd shift 11pm to 9am Direct Support Professional (DSP) positions!! In the Joliet area. This is an opportunity to provide direct care services to individuals with disabilities who reside in Easterseals residential homes. No prior experience is necessary. However, you must have compassion and the desire to help individuals with developmental disabilities. Easterseals is an accredited non-profit organization with strong health and safety protocols that provide competitive wages and benefit packages, tuition reimbursement, career advancement, and significant overall compensation with the opportunity for extra hours and overtime pay. Develop a rapport with consumers and cultivate a safe and supportive relationship. Provide supervision and guidance for consumers during skill-building activities; assist with goals and objectives. Document the implementation of the goals, objectives, and service objectives. Assist with daily living activities, including preparing meals and assisting with personal hygiene. Transport consumers to various activities and appointments. Maintain a clean and safe environment within the home and its grounds by assisting consumers in cleaning and other household chores as necessary. This job is great for individuals who are attending college, re-entering the workforce, someone looking for a career change to help others.