Hestia Home & Community Services
Job Type: Full-Time / Part-Time Available
Compensation: $25/hr
About Us
Hestia Home & Community Services is an Illinois-based CILA (Community Integrated Living Arrangement) and CDS (Community Day Services) provider dedicated to empowering adults with developmental disabilities to live full, independent, and connected lives. We believe every individual deserves dignity, choice, and the opportunity to thrive in their home and community. Our team is the heart of that mission.
Position Summary
We are seeking a compassionate and reliable Direct Support Professional (DSP) to provide hands-on support to adults with developmental disabilities in a CILA residential setting and/or CDS program. As a DSP, you will help individuals build daily living skills, participate in their communities, and pursue their personal goals — all while ensuring their health, safety, and rights are respected.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide direct personal care and support (bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, feeding as needed)
- Assist individuals with daily living skills: meal prep, budgeting, household chores, medication reminders/administration
- Support individuals in community activities, appointments, employment, and social engagements
- Implement Individual Service Plans (ISPs) and behavior support plans as written
- Document services accurately and timely per DHS/DHFS and agency requirements
- Maintain a safe, clean, and welcoming home environment
- Communicate effectively with team members, families, guardians, and case managers
- Respond appropriately to emergencies and follow all safety protocols
- Uphold each individual's rights, choices, dignity, and person-centered goals
Qualifications
- High school diploma or GED required
- Must be at least 19 years of age
- Valid Illinois driver's license and reliable transportation (if applicable to role)
- Ability to pass background checks (IDPH Health Care Worker Registry, DCFS, criminal background)
- Current CPR/First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain)
- Completion of DHS-approved DSP training/College of DirectCare (or willingness to complete)
- Prior caregiving or DSP experience preferred but not required — we provide paid training
- Strong communication, patience, and problem-solving skills
- Physical ability to assist with transfers, lifting, and personal care tasks
What We Offer
- Competitive hourly pay
- Paid training and ongoing professional development
- Flexible scheduling (full-time, part-time, and weekend/overnight shifts available)
- Supportive team culture with a mission-driven focus
- Opportunities for growth within the organization
Pay: $25.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Continuing education credits
- Dental insurance
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Opportunities for advancement
- Paid orientation
- Paid sick time
- Paid time off
- Paid training
- Parental leave
- Professional development assistance
- Referral program
- Retirement plan
- Safety equipment provided
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
