Personal Care Attendant/Direct Support Professional

Des Plaines, IL

Full Time

Community Day Services

Entry Level

Pay

Base rate: $21/hour

About the Company

Rimland is a premier social service agency that supports adults with developmental disabilities. We have been saying “welcome home” to individuals with autism for more than 45 years. We provide a safe environment in which individuals can grow and engage with the world. Our approach is unique, and our care is excellent.

About the Position

We are hiring Personal Care Attendants/DSP's who are professional, energetic, and nurturing. You will provide hands-on support to individuals as they work on daily activities and long-term goals.

Job functions specifically performed by the Personal Care Assistant include the following:

Maintain individual lockers that include a change of clothing, undergarments and a change of socks. Ensure that clothing in the lockers is appropriate for the current season.
Follow the toileting schedule for each individual and tracking individual toileting outcomes in Therap.
Assist with changing individuals clothing when soiled.
Assist with showering individuals.
Wash individual's laundry.
Ensure the cleanliness and organization of the individual bathroom facilities.
Inform supervisor when supplies are needed (i.e. towels, shampoo, diapers etc.)

Location & Schedule

Note: Your shift will not vary and you must be able to work the entire shift, every week

Location: Des Plaines, IL

Schedule: Monday – Friday, 7:30AM – 4:00PM

Benefits

Full-time employees enjoy the following benefits:

Generous paid leave
Insurance (group health after 90 days of employment)
401(k) retirement plan (eligible after 1 year)

Paid training (First Aid, CPR, AED, CPI, and more)
A monthly personal fitness stipend

Requirements

You must meet the following requirements:

Pass:

A fingerprint criminal background check
A child abuse and neglect check
A drug screen.

Provide:

An original document (no photocopies) showing high school completion or high school equivalency. Examples include: High school diploma, GED certificate, college transcript
Residency for the past 2 years
Current & original documents that verify your identity & ability to legally work in the United States
Two verifiable employment references within the last 3 years
Proof of valid drivers license at the time of interview

Rimland is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender expression, age, national origin, disability status, marital status, military status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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