Residential & Direct Support·Confirmed live in the last 24 hours·
Full-timeUnited States$20.75 /yrIn-person
About the Job
Requirements
A high school diploma or GED is required.
Some relevant work or volunteer experience supporting individuals with developmental disabilities is required.
Demonstrated attention to detail when following protocols, rules, and instructions for individual care is required.
Integrity is required when assisting individuals with personal activities, including bathing and toileting.
Trustworthiness and reliability are required.
Interpersonal skills are required when working with coworkers and supported individuals, including compassion and sensitivity to individuals' emotional needs during distress or pain.
CPR and First Aid certification are required.
Candidates must be at least 18 years old.
A valid Illinois driver's license and safe driving record are required.
Current proof of automobile insurance is required.
Employees may be required to work evenings or weekends to accommodate the needs of supported individuals.
The role requires frequent standing, walking, and sitting; occasional stooping, bending, pushing, pulling, reaching, and walking for periods of time; and occasional lifting or moving of up to 50 pounds.
The role requires close and distance vision.
Responsibilities
Train with and assist On-Site Supervisors with CILA management responsibilities while performing Direct Support Professional duties.
Perform On-Site Supervisor management responsibilities as assigned by the On-Site Supervisor or program Director.
Assist supported individuals with personal care, including bathing, changing, feeding, dressing, and toileting, as outlined in the Person Centered Plan.
Assist each supported individual with household management, including meal preparation, laundry, cleaning, and budgeting, to maximize their skills, abilities, and independence.
Support individuals in developing friendships, social relationships, and natural support systems, and encourage community participation.
Foster skill-building and work toward individual supported goals outlined in the Person Centered Plan or Implementation Strategy.
Participate in the Person Centered Plan planning process.
Transport supported individuals to appointments, recreational events, emergency room visits, and other outings reflected on the calendar.
Dispense medications as instructed, only when trained and authorized to do so.
Ensure client safety and maintain a safe environment.
Provide support through CPR or First Aid when necessary.
Complete daily site documentation in a timely manner.
Provide timely reporting to the Office of Inspector General and its liaison for situations that may arise, as required by training.
Complete and maintain required training, including basic health and safety, behavioral training, medication administration, Crisis Prevention Institute training, and agency-assigned training relevant to supported individuals.
Desired Qualifications
Management or supervision experience is preferred.
Our mission at Lifelong Access is to connect individuals with developmental disabilities to their community by helping them break down barriers through a lifetime of meaningful supports. From birth to end of life, Lifelong Access provides a continuum of services and supports for families, children, teens, and adults including residential housing, vocational development, supported employment, high school transition, behavioral health counseling and services, and a wide variety of pediatric therapy supports. Guided by our Core Values, our team members have a strong drive and big hearts for improving the lives of others; a place where we support each other and the individuals who put their trust in us.
Lifelong Access is seeking an On-Site Supervisor in Training to train with and assist the On-Site Supervisors with CILA (Community Integrated Living Arrangement) management responsibilities while also performing the duties of a Direct Support Professional (DSP.)
Starting Hourly Wage: $20.75 (plus $0.50/hour pay increase once med authorization training is completed) Job Type: Full-time (40 hours per week)
Primary responsibilities:
Perform On-Site Supervisor management responsibilities as assigned by the On-Site Supervisor and/or program Director.
Assist individual supported with personal care, including, but not limited to, bathing, changing, feeding, dressing, and toileting as outlined in the PCP (Person Centered Plan).
Assist each supported individual with household management to maximize their skills, abilities, and independence. This includes, but is not limited to, meal preparation, laundry, cleaning, and budgeting.
Support the individual in the development of friendships, social relationships, and other natural support systems, and encourage community participation.
Foster skill-building and work toward individual supported goals as outlined in the PCP/Implementation Strategy.
Participate in the PCP planning process.
Transport supported individuals to appointments, recreational events, emergency room visits and other outings reflected on the calendar.
Dispense medications as instructed, but only If trained and authorized to perform this responsibility.
Ensure client safety and maintain a safe environment.
Provide support through CPR/First Aid if necessary.
Complete daily site documentation in a timely manner.
Provide timely reporting to OIG and OIG liaison for situations that may arise per required training.
Complete and maintain all required training such as, basic health and safety, behavioral training, medication administration, CPI (Crisis Prevention Institute) and agency assigned training as it pertains to individuals we support.
Qualifications:
High school diploma or GED
Some relevant experience supporting individuals with developmental disabilities in a work and/or volunteer capacity
Demonstrated desire to make a difference in the lives of individuals with disabilities
Attention to detail, especially when adhering to specific protocols and rules while carefully following instructions to care for the needs of the individual supported
Must demonstrate a high level of Integrity to ensure individuals supported to feel safe, comfortable, and treated with dignity when tending to personal activities such as bathing assistance and toileting
Must demonstrate a high level of trustworthiness and reliability
Strong interpersonal skills when working with co-workers and supported individuals, including demonstrating compassion and sensitivity to a supported individual’s emotional needs when they are in extreme distress or pain
CPR/First Aid certification
Must be at least 18 years of age
Valid Illinois driver’s license with safe driving record
Current proof of automobile insurance
Working Conditions: The working environment for this job is a changing one that adjusts to the needs of the individuals supported. The environment may at times be fast paced with interruptions, distractions, and deadlines. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to outside weather conditions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. The employee may be required to work evenings and/or weekends to accommodate the needs of individuals being supported.
Physical Requirements: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform essential functions of this job. Requests for reasonable accommodations will be reviewed to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand, walk; and sit. The employee will also frequently need to converse with adults – some who might be difficult to understand. The employee is occasionally required to stoop, bend, push, pull, reach, and walk for periods of time. Must occasionally be able to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, and distance vision.
Here are some of the benefits we will offer you:
Supportive, positive, and friendly team environment
Professional development, training, and advancement opportunities
Flexible schedule options
Comprehensive benefit plans
Generous paid time off including vacation, personal time, and holidays