Caregiver​/Direct Support Person; DSP - LINCOLN, IL

Overview

Full-Time, 3rd shift overnight. Combination weekday, weekend, and holiday shifts. Weekend availability required!

Do you want an opportunity to serve with compassion and help others in our community? We seek patient and dedicated caregivers to assist adults with developmental disabilities in their neighborhood group homes. Our Caregivers / DSPs provide support to adults living in CILA homes (Community Integrated Living Arrangements) with around-the-clock care. Developmental Foundations, a family-owned company providing quality residential services since 1986, is hiring Caregivers / DSPs for our group homes in Lincoln, IL.

• Network of support - trainers, nurses, supervisors and co-workers
• A sense of belonging, connection and caring, in a home-like setting
• Work schedules may include a combination of weekdays, weekends and holidays

Starting at $18.75/hour

• DSP training is provided and paid. Once trained, you will become a certified DD Aide and will be added to the Health Care Worker Registry (HCWR)
• Paid time off and paid vacation
• BCBSIL Health and Dental benefits, including free Vision insurance
• 401k with employer match
• DSP work qualifies for CNA license renewal

• DSP or CNA experience beneficial, but not required
• Experience working with individuals with disabilities preferred, but not required
• Entry level position. Training is provided and paid!

• High school completion or equivalency- high school diploma, signed high school transcript including graduation date or G.E.D. required
• Successfully complete and pass background check
• Weekend/holiday availability may be required

• Companionship and caregiving
• Housekeeping and meal preparation
• Assistance with medication
• Assistance with personal care, including bathing, toileting and grooming
• Ability to stay alert and responsive at all times

Make a difference today. Come Care with Us!

EOE

Salary: $18.75 per hour