Direct Support Professional

2 weeks ago

Lincoln NE, United States Integrated Life Choices Inc Full time
Description:

Integrated Life Choices (ILC) is seeking compassionate and dedicated individuals to join our team as Direct Support Professionals (DSPs). DSPs at ILC provide support to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities in a variety of settings to ensure they have a meaningful life. As a DSP, you will work with individuals to support them in achieving their hopes and dreams.

ILC supports people 24 hours a day, 7 days a week which allows us to offer a variety of schedule options to our team members.

If you are looking for a rewarding career where you can make a positive impact on someone's life, we encourage you to apply.

The ideal candidate for this position is someone who is passionate about supporting human beings in achieving their hopes and dreams. As a DSP, you will be responsible for maintaining consistent engagement with the people you are supporting, whether they are at home or out in the community. You will be required to work independently, create safe environments, and provide accurate documentation for the support provided during every shift. Duties may include:

Supporting people in understanding and exercising their rights
Encouraging people to live a fulfilling life as independently as possible through self-advocacy
Providing the best person-centered supports to meet people’s needs throughout their lives
Supporting and encouraging positive interactions
Improving social connections and relationships
Providing transportation for those you are supporting
Teaching skills to improve a person’s life
Supporting and encouraging participation in groups or organizations in line with a person’s personal interests to meet recreational and social needs
Utilizing Positive Support Programs to guide daily interactions
Supporting a person with personal hygiene and medical-related needs, including medication administration
Providing documentation at the end of each shift

Vocational: Monday through Fridays during the Day

Residential: Evenings, Weekends, and Overnights

DSPs who work at ILC residential and vocational locations support individuals with planned activities that encourage community inclusion, habilitation, and activities of daily living.

Supported Services: Days, Evenings, Weekends

As a DSP with ILC working in Supported Services, you will be supporting people with intellectual and developmental disabilities at their jobs, in the community, and in their homes. The job coaching component of this position focuses on supporting people in seeking and maintaining competitive employment, while in-home support can be a variety of day-to-day activities in the home and out in the community.

Hiring Rates

Vocational (Days): $15.50
Residential (Evenings, Overnights, Weekends): $16.00 ($12 per hour for asleep hours)
Supported Services: $16.50

Benefits

401(k) with company match
Health insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Life insurance
Supplemental insurance offerings
Paid Time Off
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

ILC's Core Values:

Dedication – We are determined to provide the best person-centered supports to meet people’s needs throughout their lives.

Integrity – We act ethically and honestly without compromising the truth.

Support – We encourage people to live a fulfilling life through independence and self-advocacy.

Innovation – We create unique supports to meet each person’s needs.

Professionalism – We are a qualified team that is equipped to support people with respect and dignity.

ILC's Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DE&I) Statement:

At ILC, we want to lead in INNOVATION at leveling the playing field – for everyone: no matter who you are, where you’re from, or who you love. We SUPPORT and believe that you should be you. Be who you want to be. Be your best self. Be human. We value INTEGRITY and will represent what is right. We will acknowledge the truth. We will always be DEDICATED to being better. We will listen and we will be PROFESSIONAL, but we won’t be silent.

ILC is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based on race, color, ethnicity, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, age, citizenship, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We are committed to creating an inclusive and welcoming workplace for all.

Requirements:

Working Conditions:

This work can be physically demanding in some situations. Some physical work examples could be but are not limited to:

Intervening in aggressive situation and/or physically demanding responsibilities
Support with lifting individuals to and from wheelchairs
Supporting a person to and from a shower
Using a gait belt in a safe and dignified way

An essential function of the DSP role is providing transportation. ILC requires all DSPs to have a reliable vehicle at every shift.

Education/Experience:

High School diploma or GED

Successfully complete and pass all checks including:

Nebraska Adult Protective Services Central Registry
Child Protective Services Central Registry
Nebraska State Patrol Criminal Background Check
Federal Bureau of Investigation Background Check

Certificates and Licenses:

Valid driver's license

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