Direct Service Personnel-Residential

Job Title

Provide activities of daily living training and support to adults with intellectual or developmental disabilities that will enhance their quality of life in a residential setting.

• High school diploma or GED
• One year of specializing training within the DD/MI population
• Must maintain CPR, first aid and Crisis Prevention Intervention (CPI) certifications
• Ability to meet the established Illinois Department of Human Services DSP training
• Proof of auto insurance and good driving record

• Provide daily supervision of group home residents with primary responsibilities for household, recreational, community activities, maintenance of the residents programming and facilities.
• Ensure safe living conditions for all persons served
• Train individuals to perform various tasks necessary to improve personal skills
• Assist, supervise and/or prepare meals and provide basic guidance in the fundamentals of basic cooking skills
• Supervise home care, hygiene and laundry programs
• Monitor and document residence self-administration of medication
• Provide daily supervision of group residents with primary responsibilities for recreational community activities
• Consultation with residents, caseworkers, and/or significant others