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Direct Support Person (DSP)/ CNA (Certified Nursing Assistant)
Job Description
• High school diploma/GED required Experience providing direct care to patients with intellectual and developmental disabilities Valid drivers license Current First Aid and CPR certification Excellent organizational, interpersonal and communication skills Compassionate about the care and well-being of others Provide supervision and guidance for residents during skills building activities Develop and implement individual treatment plans for residents Assist with daily living activities, including preparing meals and assisting with personal hygiene Develop a rapport with residents and cultivate a safe and supportive relationship Update resident case notes on a daily basis Ensure an appropriate staff-to-client ratio at all times
Job Types:
Full-time, Part-time Experience:
Caregiving:
1 year (Preferred)
Work Location:
In person
Benefits
- Dental Insurance
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What they do
A Nursing Assistant provides hospital and nursing home patients with basic care and assists them with daily activities. Helps patients with dressing, washing, and feeding. May perform basic medical care under the direction of a nurse or other medical professional. These roles typically require completion of a regional agency-approved training program in order to obtain a certification before practicing.
$37,664 / year median in Illinois
+6% projected growth