DSP (Developmental Disabilities Aide)
Positions are currently available in a NW suburban residential facility working with Developmentally Disabled Adults. Successful applicants will attend our paid training program to acquire a DD Aide certificate. HS Diploma or GED required. Applicant must have a valid drivers license. Starting wage is $18/hr. Applications can be filled out at:
Golfview Developmental Center
9555 W Golf Rd
Des Plaines, IL 60016
(847) 827-6628
Full Job Description:
TRAINING COUNSELOR
JOB TITLE: TRAINING COUNSELOR
DEFINITION: This is a full-time Union position under the administration of the Shift Supervisor, the Resident Service Director, and the Administrator. This position is classified as Non-Exempt for the purpose of the Fair Labor Standards Act. The primary purpose of your job position is to provide care, training, and assistance to residents in the form of implementing Individual Program Plans.
EQUIPMENT: The employee will operate and maintain Hoyer lifts, wheelchairs, whirlpool tubs, and facility vehicles.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THE JOB: Listed below is an outline of the major duties and responsibilities that you, as a training counselor, will be required to perform. Even though this job description is broad, every effort has been made to make this outline as complete as possible. As a TRAINING COUNSELOR, you directly answer to the Shift Supervisor. We must emphasize that you may be required to perform other related duties and activities as assigned.
- Attend daily shift meetings and receive case load assignments for the day.
- Drive facility vehicles to accompany residents out into the community.
- Must be able to lift 50 pounds.
- Assist and train residents in programs as described in the Individual Program including but not limited to, toilet training, personal hygiene, dental hygiene, self-feeding, bathing, dressing, grooming, communication, money management, and self medication.
- Record all data and document all resident behaviors and progress toward achieving goals on Individual Program Plans.
- Assist and train residents in laundry programs.
- Assist and train residents in gross and fine motor skills programs.
- Be familiar with and implement all training, assistance and behavior programs according to Individual Program Plans.
- Attend scheduled training, as required.
- Respect the Rights of residents.
- Communicate any unusual resident activity, response, or conditions to the Shift Supervisor in charge.
- Report any hazardous conditions to the Supervisor in charge.
- Assure that work areas are left clean and orderly.
- Report any accidents or incidents to Supervisor in charge.
- Is familiar with and adheres to all applicable Golfview Developmental Center policies and procedures.
- Is familiar with and adheres to all applicable State and Federal regulations and professional standards.
- Other miscellaneous duties as assigned by the Shift Supervisor, Resident Services Director, and Administrator.
- Employee is responsible to perform work safely and as indicated on the Group Information Sheet.
- Be able to provide own uniform of white t-shirt, sweater, scrub top, or polo shirt. As well as pants and closed toe shoes.
WORKING CONDITIONS:
- Must be 18 years of age.
- High School Diploma or GED, some college preferred.
- Certified Direct Support Professional (Listed in Healthcare worker registry) or capable of taking a 120 hour course.
- Experience and interest in the Developmentally Disabled population preferred.
- Must possess a current Drivers License.
- Must be dependable, considerate, trustworthy, respectful, courteous, conscientious, honest, cooperative, and enthusiastic.
- Must have legal authorization to work within the United States of America.
- Must be able to report for work on time and to perform the duties of the job for the entire workday.
- Must be able to establish and maintain an effective working relationship with other employees and to effectively communicate with the public.
- Must be able to speak and read English.
- Must be able to work on weekends and holiday work required.
- Must be able to perform overtime work, if necessary.
- May sit, stand, and walk for extended periods throughout the workday.
- May lift up to 50 pounds repetitively throughout the workday.
- May be exposed to bloodborne pathogens.
Benefit Conditions:
- 6 months waiting period before SEIU benefits kick in.
- Sign on bonus of $500, $250 after 90 days and $250 after 180 days.
- Overtime shifts made available to new staff after 30 days on the floor. Time and a half is given for overtime pay.
- Fixed schedule: 5 days on and 2 days off.
Work Remotely:
Shifts Available:
- 12am - 8:30am (5 days a week) (Thu/Fri OFF) X2
- 12am - 8:30am (5 days a week) (Wed/Thu OFF)
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $18.50 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Paid training
- Vision insurance
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Required)
Experience:
- working with individuals with IDD: 1 year (Preferred)
- health related services: 1 year (Required)
Language:
License/Certification:
- Direct Support Professional Certification (Preferred)
- CPR Certification (Preferred)
- CNA (Preferred)
- Driver's License (Required)
- Food Handler Certification (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
