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Residential Support Specialist / DSP

EPIC -
Peoria, IL

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Job Details

Full-time
From $21.45 an hour

Qualifications

Nutrition
Crisis prevention
CPR Certification
CPI Certification
Professional ethics
Writing skills
Medication pass administration
High school diploma or GED
Infection Control Certification
Driver's License
First Aid Certification
Child emergency evacuation
First aid and CPR

Full Job Description

MISSON, VISION & VAULES

Support the agency’s mission, vision, values, and strategic plan philosophy

Manage all responsibilities based on the agency's mission, using individual choice, and all appropriate policies, procedures, and regulations.

Conduct oneself in a way that reflects the highest standards of professional courtesy and ethical practices to people served, staff, guardians, families, and all outside contacts

The Residential Support Specialist is responsible for providing person-centered supports and services to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) in a small (3-4 people) group home setting for people with higher behavioral support needs. This position promotes independence, community integration, health, and safety while ensuring compliance with all applicable Illinois Department of Human Services (DHS) Division of Developmental Disabilities regulations, agency policies, and accreditation standards.

Education/Experience Requirements

Must be at least 18 years of age.

High School Diploma or equivalent (GED).

Successfully complete CPR, First Aid, Infection Control, and Crisis Prevention Institute (CPI) training and maintain these certifications.

Must complete DSP training in accordance with the state regulations and maintain acceptable status on the Health Care Worker’s Registry under the Healthcare Worker’s Background Check Act.

Must obtain/maintain standing as an Authorized Direct Support Person for medication administration.

Possess a valid driver’s license and automobile insurance.

Have access to an automobile

Have access to a telephone

Must be able to perform CPR/First Aid

Must be able to pass the criminal background check.

Competency Requirements

Ability to multi-task.

Effective time management skills.

Professional interpersonal skills.

Strong business acumen.

Strong ethical conduct.

Must communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.

Ability to perform and maintain certification in CPR, First Aid, CPI, Diet and Nutrition, and Medication authorization.

Must possess emotional stability to handle stressful situations on a regular basis.

Working knowledge of the principles of Person-Centered Planning and the Council of Quality Leadership (CQL).

Physical Requirements

Frequent walking and sitting.

Regular reaching, grasping, and standing.

Must be able to assist in the evacuation of residents in emergencies.

Other physical activities related to an office environment.

Operates general office equipment, including multi-line phone, fax machine, printer, copier, and personal computer.

Ability to lift 50 lbs.

This position serves individuals with complex behavioral, psychiatric, trauma-related, and support needs requiring specialized staffing, structured programming, and enhanced supervision. The Residential Support Specialist plays a critical role in maintaining a safe, therapeutic, and person-centered environment while implementing behavior support plans. While the role provides direct support to people, approximately 40% of staff time is dedicated to support of behavioral programming, staff coaching and training, clinical coordination as part of a multidisciplinary team, assuring meaningful activities and promoting best outcomes, and electronic health records documentation.

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