Direct Support Professional (DSP), Afternoon and Midnight Shifts

Job overview

The Direct Support Professional (DSP), Afternoon and Midnight Shifts role is onsite in Peru, IL, with pay of $21.55–$22.05 per hour. Horizon House has served people with disabilities and their families in the Illinois Valley for more than 50 years. The role supports people with disabilities in building everyday skills, participating in their communities, and pursuing their hopes and goals, while providing individualized assistance and encouragement.

What you'll do

• Teach and assist with personal care, meal preparation, budgeting, and social skills
• identify and support opportunities for community inclusion and participation
• encourage people to advocate for their hopes, dreams, and desires.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

direct support professional (dsp)

afternoon and midnight shifts

full-time

peru il

horizon house

disability support

personal care

meal preparation

community inclusion

paid training

sign-on bonus

$21.55–$22.05/hr

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Sign-on bonus up to $1,000 in the first nine months
• benefits from day one
• paid training
• longevity raises
• vacation, sick, and personal time
• dental, vision, and life insurance
• 403(b) retirement plan.

Why this role

Sign-on bonus of up to $1,000 during the first nine months and paid training. Applicants must meet Illinois DHS DSP qualifications, have a high school diploma or GED, and pass required screening and background checks.

About the employer

Horizon House of Illinois Valley Inc. is hiring for this role. Industry: Services for the Elderly and Persons with Disabilities. Sector: 62.