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Direct Support Professional

1 month ago

Hodgkins, United States Helping Hand Full time
Job Details

Level
Entry

Job Location
Adult Services - Hodgkins, IL

Position Type
Full Time

Education Level
High School

Salary Range
$19.50 - $21.00 Hourly

Job Shift
Day

Job Category
Nonprofit - Social Services

Description

ABOUT US: Helping Hand's mission is to transform the lives of all connected to Helping Hand through genuine care and education. So that, people with intellectual and developmental disabilities are equally valued in all communities Established in 1955, Helping Hand is proud to serve over 70 surrounding communities by providing accredited and licensed Adult Programs as well as an ISBE-approved non-public Therapeutic Day School.

Helping Hand has been awarded "Best and Brightest Places to Work" for both Chicago and the Nation for 5 years in a row This award is a reflection of the incredible talent and commitment shown by our HH team members every day.

If you're ready to join our incredible team, apply today

SCHEDULE AND COMPENSATION:
  • On-site position, Monday-Friday, 40 hours per week (9am-5pm shift)
  • Salary range $19.50 - $21.00/hour (non-exempt). Salary based on skills and experience.
  • Up to 6% annual bonus potential.

HELPING HAND PERKS:
  • Team member appreciation events and recognition throughout the year
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Paid holidays
  • Paid vacation
  • Paid personal days after 1 year of service
  • Accrued paid sick time
  • Employee Assistance Programs
  • Traditional medical, dental, vision insurance, and supplemental/voluntary benefit options.
  • 403b retirement plan with up to a 4% company match

A TYPICAL DAY FOR YOU AT HH:
  • Communicates all individual needs to supervisor including schedules, medical, behavioral, and family needs.
  • Participates as a member of the individual's interdisciplinary team and attends all team meetings/staffings as required.
  • Complete paperwork and documentation as assigned including but not limited to; lesson plans, data tracking, monthly, quarterly or yearly reports.
  • Provides supervision to, and actively engages individuals as assigned.
  • Trains and supports through individualized plans in the areas of activities of daily living, community integration, leisure, and work skills either individually or in a group setting.
  • Set up work/programming areas in the most effective manner to maximize training potential.
  • Inspect all work to ensure all standards are being met.
  • Implement and document individual training objectives.
  • Assist with ADL's, feeding, and toileting as per individualized need.
  • Implement activities and recreation per the programming schedule.
  • Provide for the safety and security of individuals along with Helping Hand property.
  • Follow Helping Hand procedures when dealing with an emergency including, but not limited to, calling 911, ensuring the safety of the individuals, and notifying the supervisor.
  • Ensure safety including conducting emergency drills and other documentation.
  • Maintain assigned space in a clean and orderly manner.
  • Safely drive individuals for various programming purposes, this includes community events in the evenings and possibly weekends.
  • Assist with monitoring and transitioning of new clients into the program.
  • Plan and implement quality recreational activities and opportunities onsite and in the surrounding community for the after-hours groups.
  • Communicate and problem-solve issues that arise within the after-hours program.
  • Cohesively work with volunteers within the program setting.
  • Must be able to work at any of Helping Hand's facilities as assigned.
  • Must attend all team/agency meetings and fulfill all necessary training requirements of the agency, including but not limited to crisis management.
  • Ability to promote and adhere to company values.
  • A commitment to a diverse, inclusive, and equitable work environment.
  • Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

LAND THIS OPPORTUNITY BY HAVING:
  • High school diploma or its equivalent.
  • Must possess a valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record.
  • Must apply for PACE certification.
  • Experience working with people with I/DD preferred.
  • Excellent organizational skills and ability to multitask and prioritize multiple urgencies.
  • Strong interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to promote and adhere to company values.
  • A commitment to a diverse, inclusive, and equitable work environment.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:
  • The person in this position needs to occasionally move about to assist clients/students, access file cabinets, office machinery, etc.
  • The ability to observe details at a close range (within a few feet of the observer).
  • Consistently position self to maintain files in file cabinets or assist clients/students.
  • The ability to communicate information and ideas so others will understand. Must be able to exchange accurate information in these situations.
  • The ability to ensure and maintain a safe environment for yourself and all clients by using proper professional crisis management techniques and in accordance with all agency training policies.

Helping Hand welcomes diversity and provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

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