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Sertoma Star Services

Direct Support Professional - Crete

Sertoma Star Services, Crete, Illinois, United States, 60417

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Base pay range $19.00/hr - $20.00/hr

Department and Open shifts by Group Home

Beckwith: Sat 8a-8p; Sun 8a-8p

Deborah: Evening-Sun 8am-8:30pm; Mon - Every other Wed 3pm-11:30pm

Dorsetshire: none

Gloucester: Every Wed 3p-11:30p; Tur-Fri 3p-11:30p; Sat 8a-8p

Williams Court: Sunday 8pm-8:30am; Mon-Every other Wed 11pm-8:30am

Wingate: Every Wed 3p-11:30p; Tur-Fri 3p-11:30p; Sat 8a-8:30p

Job Summary

Starting salary, $18.75 to $20.00 per hour based on experience

Valid Illinois driver's license required

Paid training for Direct Support Professional certification

Who We Are At Sertoma Star Services, we're on a mission to empower individuals with intellectual/developmental disabilities and those living with mental illness to reach their goals and lead fulfilling lives. With a strategic presence in South Chicagoland and Northwest Indiana, we proudly serve over 2,000 consumers through a diverse range of vocational, educational, therapeutic, and residential programs.

Sertoma Star Services’ roots trace back to the merger of two dynamic social services organizations, New Star and Sertoma Centre combining over 125 years of expertise in providing cutting-edge, person-first services. Our united commitment is straightforward: to transform lives through delivering comprehensive services, choices, and opportunities to those we support in an environment that promotes self-advocacy and personal success.

By joining the Sertoma Star Team you will have a unique opportunity to challenge limits and change lives. Together, we can shape a brighter future for those we serve.

Your Role As a Service Facilitator (Direct Support Professional), you will provide support and supervision to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities within the residential setting. In collaboration with the House Supervisor, you will help facilitate day-to-day services for the Residential Consumers within your assigned home. With your support, the consumers are empowered to take ownership of their homes, participate in their local community, and learn skills that promote independence and joy. The Service Facilitator is essential to Sertoma's mission of providing compassionate care and ensuring services are delivered in a person-centered manner.

Responsibilities

Develop a rapport with consumers and cultivate a safe and supportive relationship.

Provide supervision and guidance for consumers during skill-building activities; assist with goals and objectives.

Document the implementation of the goals, objectives, and service objectives.

Update consumer case notes on a daily basis.

Oversee the consumers’ medication.

Assist with daily living activities, including preparing meals and assisting with personal hygiene.

Transport consumers to various activities and appointments.

Maintain a clean and safe environment within the home and its grounds by assisting consumers in cleaning and other household chores as necessary.

Qualifications

A High School Diploma or GED specifically recognized by the Illinois Department of Human Services is required.

One year of experience working directly with individuals with developmental disabilities is preferred

Valid Illinois driver's license with a clean driving record (no violations within the past 5 years).

Demonstrated 8th-grade reading level as evidenced by standardized testing recognized by the Illinois Department of Human Services.

Completion of all required DSP training within 120 days of hire and maintenance of required certifications. Completion of Medication Administration and maintenance of certification.

Must be willing to work in other CILA homes as deemed necessary in order to provide the best quality care to all individuals served.

Benefits

Generous paid time off

13 Paid holidays

Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance Plans

Employer Paid Insurance: Basic Life/AD&D and Long-Term Disability

Employee Assistance Program

403(b) with company match

Tuition assistanceEligibility for Public Service Loan Forgiveness

Ongoing training and development opportunities

Health, Safety, and Culture Sertoma Star is an equal opportunity employer that embraces the uniqueness of every person. Sertoma understands that in order for you to work effectively and be an advocate of inclusivity, we must foster an environment that is respectful and sensitive to persons of all gender identities and from every cultural, socioeconomic, ethnic, religious, and racial background. Our open-door, team-building concept supports both agency goals and employee success.

Seniority Level Entry level

Employment Type Full-time

Job Function Other

Industries Individual and Family Services

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