Direct Service Provider (DSP) Individual Advocacy Group - 4.4 Naperville, IL Job Details Full-time $21 an hour 3 days ago Benefits Health insurance Dental insurance Paid time off Vision insurance Life insurance Qualifications House cleaning assistance Residential housekeeping Meal preparation Meal assistance First aid and CPR Full Job Description Position Summary To achieve a home-like community integrated living arrangement (CILA) based on values of individual self-worth, dignity, equality, and respect for adults with developmental disabilities. To assist individuals in living their best lives and maintaining maximum independence. Duties Trains, coaches, and assists individuals in personal hygiene and activities of daily living (ADLs), including bathing, toileting, shaving, etc. Trains, coaches, and assists individuals in dressing. Trains, coaches, and assists individuals in meal preparation, eating, and clean-up. Trains, coaches, and assists individuals in completion of household chores including, cleaning, laundry, yard maintenance, etc. Trains, coaches, and assists individuals in communication skills. Trains, coaches, and assists individuals with mobility, including development of walking and/or use of wheelchairs, walkers, canes, or other equipment. Trains, coaches, and assists individuals in appropriate interpersonal interactions in social situations. For all of the above, uses instructional methods based on individual needs and goals in order to increase individuals' independent functioning. Implements activities, experiences, and/or leisure time in accordance with daily routines, written schedules, and individuals' interests. Reinforces proper behavior, communication, language, interpersonal exchanges, etc. Accompanies individuals on medical appointments, other appointments, and/or to community activities events. Performs health-related tasks including taking blood pressure, taking temperature, checking skin condition, positioning, administering medications, etc. Communicates with coworkers, Qualified Intellectual Disabilities Professional (QIDP), behavior analyst, nurse, and supervisory personnel regarding individuals. Completes required documentation accurately and on time. Achieves competency or certification in first aid, CPR, Medication Administration and other required skills within prescribed timeframes. Substitutes for absent co-workers in performance of assigned duties with direction from supervisor. Performs miscellaneous duties as assigned by supervisor in order to ensure day-to-day functioning of the home. Submits required employee records on time. Attends all required trainings and meetings. Completes other duties as assigned.
Job Type:
Full-time Pay:
$21.00 per hour
Benefits:
Dental insurance Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Vision insurance Shift availability: Day Shift (Preferred) Night Shift (Preferred) Overnight Shift (Preferred) Ability to
Commute:
Naperville, IL 60563 (Required) Ability to
Relocate:
Naperville, IL 60563: Relocate before starting work (Required)