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Residential Aide/DSP
Summary
Title:Residential Aide/DSP
ID:1578
Department:Residential
Shift:2nd Shift
Description

Founded in 1949 by the Sisters of St. Francis of Assisi, St. Coletta’s of Illinois provides a lifelong continuum of care beginning in early childhood. Our residential, educational and vocational training programs provide services for adults and children with intellectual and developmental disabilities that enhance their independence and well-being. We serve participants without regard to race, religion or economic background. St. Coletta’s meets individuals’ needs and abilities while providing the least restrictive environment for growth.

Our Residential Program is seeking full-time Direct Support Professionals (DSP) to join our Homer Glen team.

The following 3 PM to 11 PM work schedules are in need:

  • Wednesday- Sunday 
  • Friday –Tuesday 
  • Saturday – Wednesday 


Responsibilities include:

  • Cleaning
  • Cooking
  • Toileting/changing adult’s diapers/ hygiene assistance
  • Lifting and transferring adults from beds, wheelchairs, furniture, bathtub, etc...
  • Administering Medication
  • Transporting client to/from activities
  • Treating consumers with dignity and respect in all aspects of care providing
  • The physical effort will involve sitting, standing, walking, operating a vehicle, lifting up to 50 pounds, stooping, bending and stretching
  • Other duties as assigned

Previous experience preferred, but not required. Training is provided for applicants without a DSP certification. Applicants must be 18 years of age, have a valid driver's license, a high school diploma or equivalent and pass a criminal background check.

During your first year, you would accrue 2 weeks of paid vacation, 3 personal days, 6 sick days and 10 paid Holidays. We offer, medical, dental, and free long-term disability and free life insurance 2.5x your annual salary and much more!

This opening is closed and is no longer accepting applications