Riverside offers a pleasant working environment, interesting work, and an opportunity to make a difference in the lives of residents who have intellectual and/or developmental disabilities.
Sign-on Bonus! $800/Full-Time $400 part-time (50% after training is completed then 50% after 6 months in good standing!)
Free Life Insurance if working 20 hours or more!
Paid Time Off!
401K with Employer match!
Tuition Reimbursement!
Riverside Foundation has an entry-level full-time position available for a Direct Support Professional providing 1:1 observations.
The successful applicant must be able to pass a criminal background check, complete the TABE, and successfully pass the Medication Administration course. Good attendance, a valid Illinois driver’s license, and a clean driving record are also required. Candidates must be at least 21-years-old.
Duties include:
- Providing 1:1 care for the client
- Provide intervention for client's maladaptive behaviors as trained and assigned
- Provide assistance to client in areas of need
- Assist client with Activities of Daily Living (ADLs)
- When assigned, attend Interdisciplinary Team meetings, and provide relevant information on client status in training programs and areas of need
- Monitor and supervise client to ensure safety and well-being
- Communicate clients’ needs to the CILA QIDP
- Drive and supervise client on community outings
- Encourage client participation in the greater community
- Assist client with food preparation, laundry, and other household tasks
- Medication administration
Hours Available:
Friday 3-11
Saturday 7-3 and 3-11
Sunday 7-3
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $20.00 per hour
Expected hours: No less than 40 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Referral program
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Weekends as needed
Application Question(s):
- Willing to undergo a background check?
- Have you had behavioral training in the past?
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Required)
Experience:
- Caregiving: 1 year (Required)
License/Certification:
- Driver's License (Required)
Work Location: Multiple locations