Direct Support Professional- $1,500 SIGN-ON-BONUS!
Company: Aspire Chicago
Location: Waukegan
Posted on: July 31, 2022
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Job Description:
Description:
Location: Lake County IllinoisFull/Part Time positionsPosition
Summary: Join the Aspire team and receive up to $17.00/hour and a
$1,500 sign-on bonus! We are looking for highly motivated
individuals to assist adults with intellectual and developmental
disabilities. The Direct Support Professional acts as an advocate
for individuals by supporting their personal needs, encouraging
respectful interactions with others and creating a positive living
environment. Apply today! We offer paid training,
health/dental/vision, retirement plan and paid time off benefits!
(The signing bonus is payable over twelve months.)Aspire's priority
is keeping our team members and participants healthy and safe. PPE
is provided and regular cleaning and disinfecting regiments are
followed to maintain a safe work and living environment. Hand
sanitizer is available throughout our facilities.Position
Responsibilities:Support adult individuals with daily activities
such as shopping, laundry, money management, and home careAssist
individuals with grooming, bathing, toileting, and dressing as
neededAssist with connectivity to others through various technology
platforms (i.e. Zoom)Assist with meal preparationPerform light
housekeeping dutiesMonitor or administer medication dosage to
participantsDrive adult individuals to doctor appointments, to and
from work, and various errands (company provided vehicle)May
provide mobility support to participants, which includes lifting or
walking utilizing adaptive equipmentComplete and submit
reportsProvide companionship to individualsEncourage attitudes and
behaviors that foster community inclusionServe as a liaison to
represent Aspire in the communityAdditional duties as assigned
Requirements:
Requirements and Experience:High School Diploma or GEDValid
driver's license (Illinois, Indiana, Wisconsin) with good driving
recordComfortable using various computer software to stay connected
(i.e.Outlook, Zoom)Skills, Knowledge and Abilities:Effective oral
and written communication skills; ability to write reports.Ability
to maintain confidential information.Ability to deal tactfully,
respectfully, and courteously with participants, employees at all
levels, families, and the general public.Additional
Certifications/Licenses: NonePreferred Skills, Knowledge and
Abilities:1-year experience working with adults with developmental
disabilitiesVoted as one of the 101 Best and Brightest Companies to
work for in Chicago!We know that Together, We're Better!Aspire was
founded in 1960 and is recognized as a leader in providing bold,
pioneering, and uncompromising services to adults with
developmental disabilities, their families and the community. In
2019, we joined forces with NorthPointe Resources to be one of the
most recognized and respected disability service providers across
the Chicago metropolitan area, Lake County (Illinois), and
southeastern Wisconsin areas.Full Time Benefits (regularly
scheduled to work at least 37 1/2 hours per week)Health
InsuranceBenefit Time (Vacation, Sick, Personal)13 Holidays403(B)
Retirement Savings Plan with matching contributionDisability
InsuranceLife InsuranceEmployee Assistance Program (EAP)Voluntary
Insurances available Part Time Benefits (regularly scheduled to
work 30 - 37.49 hours per week)Health InsuranceBenefit Time
(Vacation, Sick, Personal)13 Holidays403(B) Retirement Savings Plan
with matching contributionDisability InsuranceLife
InsuranceEmployee Assistance Program (EAP)Voluntary Insurances
available Part Time Benefits (regularly scheduled to work less than
30 hours per week)Health Insurance (hours requirement)403(B)
Retirement Savings Plan with matching contributionEmployee
Assistance Program (EAP)Vacation - 4 Hours Earned for Every 520
Hours WorkedSick Time - 1 Hour Earned for Every 40 Hours
WorkedHoliday Premium PayAspire is an equal employment opportunity
employer 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.PM22
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