Supported Employment DSP

Supported Employment DSP

Misericordia Heart of Mercy invites you to join their community to support individuals with mild to profound developmental disabilities. The Supported Employment Direct Support Professional (DSP) role helps participants increase independence through community employment opportunities.

Misericordia Heart of Mercy is a home to over 600 children and adults with mild to profound developmental disabilities, offering a continuum of care that maximizes potential and fosters community integration.

• Drive participants to employment sites and community activities.

• Support participants in community-based opportunities.

• Interact with employers, public, and community members with professionalism.

• Provide assistance in daily living and work tasks as needed.

• Valid driver’s license with a good driving record and comfortable driving vehicles of all sizes.
• Minimum of one year experience supporting persons with intellectual disabilities.
• High school diploma or GED required.
• Ability to work without direct supervision.
• Confidence interacting with community members off campus.
• Professional representation of Misericordia values.
• Strong organizational and self‑directed skills.
• Flexibility and strong collaboration with CDS staff.
• Commitment to ensuring residents’ highest quality of life.
• Good standing with Misericordia policies.

Full‑Time
:
Monday‑Friday, 8:00 am‑4:00 pm (hours may vary).
Pay: $20.00‑$21.00 per hour.

• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance
• State‑funded childcare resource referrals

Entry level

Full-time

Human Resources

Hospitals and Health Care

Misericordia is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) according to Title 44, Ill. Administrative Code, and Subpart C Section 750.150.