Direct Support Professional (DSP/CNA)- Residential

The Association for Individual Development (AID) has been serving people with disabilities since 1961. We are a nonprofit organization providing direct client care services for people with developmental, intellectual, and behavioral health needs. Our Direct Support Professionals (DSP/CNA) work directly with clients in group homes.

AID is always on the lookout for the best talent, and we offer a variety of aide positions, schedules, and opportunities for career advancement. Positions require a high school diploma or equivalent, and we provide paid training opportunities to help further your career.

What will we offer?

• Holiday pay
• Paid time off
• Full-time or part-time schedules
• Paid training
• Tuition reimbursement
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Employer-paid life insurance plan
• Employer-paid short-term & long-term disability plan
• Retirement plan
• Employer-paid critical illness plan

What will you be doing?

• Helping to plan goals for clients with the help of a case manager
• Making daily reports of service for clients
• Assuring client rights, dignity, and privacy
• Keeping a clean and safe space for clients
• Following policies to make sure quality care is given
• Assisting with or preparing meals
• Assisting clients with self-help skills
• Taking clients on community outings
• Assisting clients with medication

What will you offer?

• High school diploma or equivalent (GED)
• A valid Illinois driver’s license and car insurance
• Previous experience working with people with disabilities (preferred)
• For some DSP positions, a combination of education and experience is required

What are the other requirements?

• Use of stairs
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Keeping up on training and certificates, as required
• The use of your personal vehicle or agency vehicles to transport clients
• Completion of DHS-approved DSP training, if not already obtained (provided by AID)

If we seem like a good fit, join our growing team of kind, hardworking, and caring people! Start your path toward a great career that you can be proud of. Just click the apply button to start your path to a meaningful career!