What are the responsibilities and job description for the Home Health Care Aide/DSP position at KDS Inc.?
Must Have Vehicle and Able To Work Holidays
Need: We are looking for hard working, fun, and dependable people to fill our open Direct Support Professional (DSP) positions.
Responsibilities
- BASIC FUNCTION: Provide direct care services for individuals with intellectual disabilities including assistance with activities of daily living such as hygiene, dressing, and eating
- Train individuals to acquire skills necessary to enhance independence
- Participate in and implement Individual Habilitation Plans
- Write legible, clear, and accurate observations in standard English
Qualifications
Prefer you have a Vehicle and Current DL w/ Insurance
- High School Diploma or GED
- At least 18 years of age
- No disqualifying events on criminal background check
- No disqualifying events on Health Care Workers Registry
- Pass pre-employment physical, drug and alcohol test
- Pass DSP classroom and OJT program approved by Illinois DHS
- Understand written and oral English Language
- Able to complete Medication Program required by DHS
- Lift 50 pounds without assistance; transfer residents from bed to wheelchair and back; operate mechanical lift
- Remain free of alcohol and/or illegal substance use while working; as determined by random testing
- DSP will update case notes on daily basis and assist with hygiene, dress and socialization skills.
Job Types: Full Time/ Part-time
Must Have Vehicle and Able To Work Holidays
Full Time Evening Shift: 2pm-10pm & 5pm-10pm (Every Other Weekend)
Benefits
- $16.00 - $18.00 Per Hour
- ALSO SIGN-ON BONUS AFTER 3 MONTHS FOR NEW HIRES
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: $16.00 - $18.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Flexible schedule
- Mileage reimbursement
- Paid training
Work Location: In person
Salary : $16 - $18