Caregiver Job Description
Program Aide/DSP
Job Description
DSP/ Program Aide
Riverside offers a pleasant working environment, interesting work, and an opportunity to make a difference in the lives of residents who have intellectual and/or developmental disabilities.
Riverside cares about our employees! We offer paid time off, medical, dental and vision insurance. Free life insurance!
Sign-on Bonus! $300/Full-Time $150/Part-Time after 6 months in good standing!
Salary: $15.50
$1/hr. differential pay on the weekends!
Job Description DSP/Program Aide:
Riverside Foundation has entry-level, full-time and part-time positions available for Program Assistants. This position offers an excellent opportunity to work directly with adults who have intellectual or developmental disabilities.
The full-time schedule is Sunday-Thursday, 3 pm-11 pm or Saturday-Wednesday, 3 pm-11 pm (7-3 is also available on the weekends).
Part-time hours are also available Monday -Wednesday: 3 pm-11pm. Saturday & Sunday: 7-3 or 3-11. Part-time employees must work at least one weekend day, and a minimum of 16 hours per week.
The successful applicant must be able to pass a criminal background check. Good attendance, a valid Illinois driver's license, and a clean driving record are also required. This is a rewarding long-term position, or an ideal position for applicants who need one year of experience before moving into case management. Salary is based on education and experience.
Duties include:
· Implement training programs
· Provide assistance to clients in areas of need
· Assist clients with Activities of Daily Living (ADLs)
· When assigned, attend interdisciplinary Team meetings, and provide relevant information on client status in training programs and areas of need
· Monitor and supervise clients to ensure safety and well-being
· Communicate clients’ needs to the Program Coordinator
· When assigned, drive and supervise clients on community outings
· Encourage client participation in the greater community
· Provide intervention for client maladaptive behaviors as trained and assigned