Top 1078 Direct support caregiver Jobs in Elmhurst, Il

1:1 Direct Support Professional (DSP)- Community and Behavioral Support
Bartlett Learning Center, Inc/Cupertino CILA —Warrenville, IL
- From $22.50 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- Background check
- Driver's License
- In-person
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Caregiver - Immediate Openings
Home Instead —Downers Grove, IL
- $17.00 - $18.50 an hour
- Part-time
- LVN
- Home Health
- LPN
- Paid training
- Mileage reimbursement
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12d
Direct Support Person - CLR
RAY GRAHAM ASSOCIATION FOR PEOPLE WITH DISABILITIES —Elmhurst, IL
- $20.10 an hour
- Part-time
- Background check
- Pass drug screening
- High school diploma or GED
- Dental insurance
- Paid time off
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DSP / Direct Support Professional // Maywood//Weekend Daytime
Rimland —Maywood, IL
- $21.60 - $24.60 an hour
- Full-time
- Pass drug screening
- High school diploma or GED
- Driver's License
- Paid training
- 401(k)
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Caregiver
Senior Helpers of Naperville —Oak Park, IL
- $20 - $25 an hour
- Part-time
- Heavy lifting
- HIPAA
- Home Health
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Direct Support Professional (DSP)
Aspire Chicago —Hillside, IL
- $20.50 - $21.50 an hour
- Full-time
- Clean driving record
- Microsoft Outlook
- 5 years
- Paid training
- 403(b) matching
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Direct Support Professional I/DD
Cherubim Developmental Training Program —West Chicago, IL
- $21.00 - $28.20 an hour
- Part-time
- 18 years or older
- CPR Certification
- BLS Certification
- Health savings account
- Health insurance
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Direct Support Professional (DSP)
St Coletta of Wisconsin Inc —Schaumburg, IL
- $20.50 - $21.50 an hour
- Email
- 18 years or older
- Residential
- High school diploma or GED
- Paid holidays
- Disability insurance
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Caregiver
Visiting Angels —Lombard, IL
- $17 - $20 an hour
- 12 hour shift
- In person
- High school diploma or GED
- Driver's License
- Home Health
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
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Direct Care Residential
Avenues to Independence —Park Ridge, IL
- Part-time
- Background check
- Experience working with individuals with disabilities
- Residential
Caregiver/Care Partner
Angels Homecare —Lombard, IL
- $16 - $21 an hour
- Full-time
- High school diploma or GED
- US work authorization
- 1 year
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
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DSP (Direct Support Professional) Full/Part Time
Oak Leyden —Oak Park, IL
- $22.30 an hour
- Urgently hiring
- Clean driving record
- Pass drug screening
- Cooking
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Part Time Caregiver
Amada Senior Care NorthShore —Elmhurst, IL
- $16.50 - $18.00 an hour
- Overtime
- HIPAA
- Driver's License
- Experience working with children
- Paid training
- Health insurance
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Caregiver-Flexible Hours
Amada Senior Care NorthShore —Elmhurst, IL
- $16.50 - $18.00 an hour
- Overtime
- HIPAA
- Driver's License
- Experience working with children
- Paid training
- Health insurance
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Direct Support Person (DSP)
St. Mary of Providence —Chicago, IL
- $17.05 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- Background check
- English
- Entry level
- Paid training
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Caregiver for Elderly
Trusted Home Care —Lombard, IL
- From $20 an hour
- Part-time
- Writing skills
- English
- High school diploma or GED
- Flexible schedule
- Referral program
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Caregiver
2nd Family —Downers Grove, IL
- $18 - $20 an hour
- Full-time
- Background check
- CPR Certification
- Driver's License
- Mileage reimbursement
- Flexible schedule
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Homemaker/Caregiver
R S Independent Home Health Care —Lombard, IL
- $17 - $18 an hour
- Part-time
- CPR Certification
- Heavy lifting
- HIPAA
- Mileage reimbursement
- 401(k)
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Caregivers-Top Rated Workplace
Amada Senior Care NorthShore —Elmhurst, IL
- $16.50 - $18.00 an hour
- Overtime
- HIPAA
- Driver's License
- Experience working with children
- Paid training
- Health insurance
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Caregiver-All shifts Available
Amada Senior Care NorthShore —Elmhurst, IL
- $16.50 - $18.00 an hour
- Overtime
- HIPAA
- Driver's License
- Experience working with children
- Paid training
- Health insurance
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1:1 Direct Support Professional (DSP)- Community and Behavioral Support

Bartlett Learning Center, Inc/Cupertino CILA
Warrenville, IL

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Job Details

Full-time
From $22.50 an hour

Benefits

Health insurance
Dental insurance
Paid time off
403(b)

Qualifications

Emotional support for ADL
Interpersonal skills
Conflict de-escalation
Emergency response in crisis intervention
Assisting with ADLs
Driver's License
Personal grooming assistance
Meal preparation
Health monitoring assistance
Working with individuals with mental health conditions
Medication management
Meal assistance

Full Job Description

Direct Support Professional (DSP) – 1:1 Community and Behavioral Support

Shift Hours:
Monday - Friday
3:00 PM - 11:00 PM

Position Summary

The Direct Support Professional (DSP) provides individualized one-to-one support to an adult with developmental and/or intellectual disabilities during evenings and weekends. The DSP is responsible for promoting independence, ensuring health and safety, and supporting the individual in maintaining calm behavior through proactive intervention, positive behavior supports, and effective coping strategies.

The DSP serves as a trusted support person, helping the individual successfully participate in home, community, recreational, and social activities while fostering dignity, choice, and personal growth.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Provide direct one-to-one supervision and support during evenings and weekends.
Implement individualized behavior support plans and therapeutic strategies as directed by the interdisciplinary team.
Utilize proactive techniques to promote emotional regulation and prevent behavioral escalation.
Assist the individual in identifying and utilizing appropriate coping skills when experiencing stress, anxiety, frustration, or emotional dysregulation.
Maintain a calm, structured, and supportive environment that promotes stability and success.
Support participation in community outings, recreational activities, social events, and personal interests.
Assist with activities of daily living as needed, including meal preparation, personal care reminders, organization, and household tasks.
Encourage independence, self-advocacy, decision-making, and skill development.
Monitor for signs of emotional distress or behavioral concerns and intervene using approved de-escalation techniques.
Maintain accurate documentation of services provided, behavioral observations, incidents, and progress toward goals.
Communicate regularly with family members, supervisors, and other team members regarding the individual's needs and progress.
Ensure the individual's health, safety, and well-being at all times.
Provide transportation to community activities, appointments, and recreational opportunities as required.

Required Skills and Qualifications

Must be DSP certified with clear record through the HCWR
Ability to remain calm and composed during challenging situations.
Knowledge of positive behavior supports, crisis prevention, and de-escalation techniques.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
Patience, empathy, and a commitment to person-centered services.
Ability to build trusting relationships while maintaining professional boundaries.
Experience supporting individuals with developmental disabilities, autism, intellectual disabilities, or behavioral health needs preferred.
Valid driver's license and reliable transportation.
Ability to pass background checks and complete required training.

Key Outcomes

The DSP will help the individual:

Maintain emotional regulation and reduce behavioral incidents.
Successfully utilize coping strategies during periods of stress or anxiety.
Increase community participation and social engagement.
Develop greater independence and self-confidence.
Experience a safe, positive, and meaningful quality of life.

Pay: From $22.50 per hour

Benefits:

403(b)
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Paid time off

Work Location: In person

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