Direct Support Professional

Job Description

• Assist residents with daily living tasks such as hygiene, grooming, and appropriate clothing selection, while maintaining a clean and organized living environment
• Support and participate in recreational and community activities, including sports, swimming, dining out, and other social events
• Help residents work toward individualized goals by providing guidance, encouragement, and hands-on support in areas such as self-care, mobility, and independent living skills
• Build meaningful relationships with residents, acting as a mentor and role model to promote personal growth, independence, and quality of life

Skills & Qualifications

• Previous caregiving experience is a plus but not required
• Must be able to commute to Misericordia’s campus at 6300 N Ridge Ave, Chicago, IL 60660 (0.5 mi from Peterson/Ridge Metra station)
• Weekend availability is required
• Pasion for caregiving and working with children and adults with developmental disabilities is important
• Relevant soft skills include responsibility, compassion, empathy, and creativity

Education

• High School Diploma/GED

Benefits

• Childcare Assistance; Dental; Employee Assistance; Life Insurance; Long Term Disability; Medical; Paid Training/Personal Development; Personal; Retirement/401K; Rx/Pharmacy Benefits; Short Term Disability; Sick; Transportation Reimbursement; Tuition Reimbursement; Vacation; Vision

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