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Direct Support Professional

State: Illinois
City: Palatine (Cook County)
DSP Experience: Not Required
Job Type: Full-Time, Part-Time
Pay Rate: $19.35 – $19.85 per hour (with CNA) · $1/hour shift differential for working on weekends
Work Hours: Day (7:00 AM – 3:00 PM or 6:00 AM – 2:00 PM), Evening (3:00 PM – 11:00 PM or 2:00 PM – 10:00 PM), Night (11:00 PM – 09:00 AM), or Mixed (Day & Evening). All shift patterns may include weekends.

About the Role

We are seeking a reliable Direct Support Professional (DSP) to provide direct care to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. In this role you will support daily living, assist with medications, and help individuals build self-help skills in a safe, respectful environment.

Key Responsibilities

  • Provide direct care to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities
  • Remind and assist clients with medications
  • Encourage self-help activities
  • Report changes in the client’s condition or family situation to supervisors
  • Light housekeeping
  • Plan meals and shopping

Required Qualifications

  • High school diploma or GED certificate
  • Minimum age of 21 years
  • Valid driver’s license
  • Ability to write and speak English
  • Basic computer knowledge

Compensation & Benefits

  • $19.35 – $19.85 per hour (with CNA) 
  • $1/hour shift differential for working on weekends
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • Short-term and long-term disability
  • 401(k) and Roth 401(k) retirement plans with employer match
  • Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
  • Life insurance, critical illness, and hospital indemnity coverage
  • Paid holidays and paid time off (vacation, personal, and sick time)
  • Employee assistance program

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