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Human Resources Center of Edgar and Clark Counties

Residential Support Aide

Entry-Level JobVerifiedNo experience needed

Pay: $16.03–$16.78/hr

Posted: 5 weeks ago

Location: Paris, IL (Onsite)

Last Updated: 1 week ago

Hours: Full-Time

Expires: 9/28/2026

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What they do

A Caregiver or Personal Care Aide provides non-medical care for adults, including elderly and disabled people, typically in their own homes. Assists clients with daily tasks including bathing, medication reminders, and light housekeeping; may also provide transportation for appointments and errands. These roles do not always require formal certification.

$31,450 / year median in Illinois

+28% projected growth

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Job Description

RATIONALE

Assure a safe, clean, healthy environment of the group home. Basic housekeeping and home management. Assist residents as needed in the completion of daily living skills. Assist with completion of Individual Program Plans, transportation, medications, and appointments when applicable.

DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS

1. Twenty-one years of age or older. 2. Good physical and mental health. 3. Ability to pass background check. 4. Experience working with special populations. 5. Demonstrated ability to organize and manage a household. 6. Demonstrated ability to work within agency structure and program guidelines and to accept agency supervision. 7. Demonstrated ability to work positively and constructively with residents, their families, and the community. 9. Demonstrated oral and written communication skills. 10. Demonstrated willingness to learn written treatment program implementation and documentation. 11. Demonstrated attitude of patience, tolerance, and flexibility.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

1. Have current CPR/First Aid certification or ability to pass 2. Current DSP certification or ability to obtain 3. Ability and willingness to comply with agency procedures and state regulations 4. Possess a valid HS Diploma or GED 5. Valid driver's license as required for class of vehicles to be driven.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

1. Lift and carry up to 30 pounds, 41-75% of the time. 2. Assist in lifting and transferring an individual from lying to sitting, sitting to standing, and standing to sitting. 3. Ability to push, pull, turn, stoop, kneel, reach, and bend. 4. Ability to stand for at least two hours at a time. 5. Talking 76-100% of the time. 6. Hearing for ordinary conversation 76-100% of the time. 7. Visual acuity for 20" or less, 76-100% of the time.

JOB HAZARDS

Blood Borne Pathogens:

This job may involve exposure to blood borne pathogens. Universal precautions are required. 2.

Ergonomics:

This job may involve repetitive motion and/or keyboard related activities. Ergonomic procedures are required. 3.

Chemical Exposure:

This job may involve use of hazardous chemicals. Safe handling procedures are required.

Job Types:

Full-time, Part-time, PRN Pay:

$16.03 - $16.78 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching AD&D insurance Dental insurance Employee assistance program Flexible schedule Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Loan repayment program Paid orientation Paid time off Paid training Parental leave Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person