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Are you a caring and motivated individual? Do you enjoy building
relationships and contributing to a positive environment? Do you have a
passion for helping individuals develop their independence and achieve
personal goals? Are you looking for a career with a purpose?
If so, apply to join the Aspire team as a Direct Support
Professional (DSP) today! We are looking for dedicated individualsto
assist adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities in our
CILA (Community Integrated Living Arrangement) homes. TheDirect
SupportProfessional (DSP) acts as an advocate for individuals by
supporting their personal needs, encouraging respectful interactions
with others, and creating a positive living environment.
We offer:
- \$17.00 - \$18.00/hour (depending on experience)
- Sign-on bonuses for full-time (\$1,500) and part-time (\$750)
(paid out in two installments over 6 months)
- Referral bonuses
- Paid training
- Retirement plan with matching contributions
- Health and insurance benefits (hours requirement)
- Paid time off benefits
- And more! (see benefits list below)
At Aspire our values inspire our belief in the power of possible; we
empower others to achieve their dreams, lend a hand to others, embrace
diversity and celebrate belonging, seek feedback from others to improve,
and show respect and build trust.
Aspire has entry-level full-time and part-time positions available.
We consider all applicants who meet the minimum requirements listed
below. Apply to join our team if you are just entering or returning to
the workforce, have limited experience or education. We provide the
training!
Voted as one of the 101 Best and Brightest Companies to work for in
Chicago!
We know that Together, Were Better!
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Direct Support Professional (DSP) Position Responsibilities:
- Support adult individuals with daily activities such as shopping,
laundry, money management, and home care
- Assist individuals with grooming, bathing, toileting, and dressing
as needed
- Assist with connectivity to others through various technology
platforms (i.e. Zoom)
- Assist with meal preparation and cooking
- Perform light housekeeping duties
- Monitor or administer medication dosage to participants
- Drive 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 equipment
- Complete and submit reports
- Provide companionship to individuals
- Encourage attitudes and behaviors that foster community inclusion
- Serve as a liaison to represent Aspire in the community
- Complete the established Illinois Department of Human Services DSP
training (training provided through Aspire), including medication
training, and maintain required certifications and on-going training
- Additional duties as assigned