Home Support Specialist

Job Description:

We are seeking compassionate and dedicated Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) to provide support and comfort to individuals with developmental and other disabilities, assisting them in leading self-directed lives, achieving personal goals, and contributing to their communities.

In this role, you will help people in community living arrangements acquire functional living skills needed to live as independently as possible within their homes and communities, consistent with their stated needs, goals, and choices. You will encourage attitudes and behaviors that promote inclusion, dignity, and respect while fostering meaningful engagement in everyday life. If you are patient, empathetic, and committed to empowering others, we invite you to join our team and make a real difference.

Qualifications and Abilities:

• Ability to maintain strong visual and auditory perception for tasks such as reading, writing, completing standardized forms, operating assigned equipment or vehicles, and effectively observing, assisting, and training individuals served.
• Basic proficiency in computer and mobile technology, including the use of devices such as iPads, tablets, and smartphones.
• Sound judgment and reasoning skills, especially in situations that may impact the health, safety, or well-being of individuals served. Capable of organizing and managing work efficiently and handling both abstract and concrete challenges.
• Skilled in preparing clear, accurate, and meaningful reports.
• Strong interpersonal and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively across teams and departments.
• Willingness and ability to acquire and apply First Aid, CPR, and behavior/aggression management techniques appropriate to the needs of the program and individuals served.
• Physical capability to intervene during behavioral crises to ensure the safety and well-being of individuals.
• Effective verbal communication skills, including the ability to speak clearly and confidently in English, and to learn alternative communication methods as needed to support individuals served.

UCP Seguin of Greater Chicago is a charitable not-for-profit agency serving individuals with disabilities in metropolitan Chicago and beyond; one of the top social service agencies in Illinois. UCP Seguin believes in a world where children and adults with disabilities achieve their potential, advance their independence and act as full members of the community. We strive to make this world a reality--in Illinois and beyond, for people at every stage of life--by leveraging technology to provide innovative training and educational programs, family support, employment, life-skills training and residential services.