Developmental aide job description

The compensation list below is in addition to the standard hourly wage of $15.00.

A $1000 incentive after completing training and 60 days of continuous employment.

Additional incentives - after 6 months of continuous employment a $500 incentive will be paid; and after 9 months of continuous employment a $500 bonus.

Part-time incentives are also available.

Shady Oaks, a program of LSSI, has full-time (FT) and part-time (PT) opportunities in the Homer Glen-Lockport area for individuals who have a passion for helping people. Our Certified Developmental Disabilities Aide (CDDA) position assists adult residents with developmental disabilities and provide care in all areas of activities of daily living (ADLs) in a residential home setting.

If you have the commitment, skills and desire to brighten the lives of individuals in need, please apply! CNAs, Nursing students and DSPs are encouraged to apply!

COVID-19 Vaccination Requirement: *This position complies with the Governor's Executive Order Mandate. This means, upon hire, any individual who is not fully vaccinated, regardless of the reason, must agree and adhere to undergo weekly COVID-19 testing and provide confirmation of a negative test result on a weekly basis until either (a.) documentation of full vaccination is provided; or (b.) unless a documented medical or religious exemption is requested and approved by LSSI. If not exempted from the vaccine requirement due to a medical or religious reason, proof is required upon hire of their FDA-approved COVID-19 vaccination record; or at minimum, provide proof of the first dose of a two-dose COVID-19 vaccine series; and while continuing to submit to routine COVID-19 testing, they must have the second dose of a two-dose COVID-19 vaccine series within 30 days after receiving their first dose. All doses must be immediately followed up with valid documented proof of vaccination*

Benefits and Perks:
LSSI is growing! Come be a part of this rewarding environment, and enjoy the knowledge that you're helping make a positive difference in the lives of others , as well as these career advantages:

• On Demand Flexible Paydays for earned wages through an app called Dayforce Wallet.
• Incentive pay for continuous employment during the first 9 months.
• Hourly rate is $15.00.
• Up to 26 days of paid time off per calendar year.
• 11 paid holidays.
• Every other weekend off.
• Low client to staff ratio.
• Sick time.
• 403(b) plan.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Comprehensive benefits package, including healthcare insurance.
• Opportunity for advancement.
• Paid training that you need to learn, grow, and succeed!

Essential Functions:

• Assist clients with activities of daily living.
• Drive and escort residents as required into the community.
• Safely complete client transfers.
• Assist with various housekeeping tasks.
• Assist clients with individual rehab goals.

Position Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED.
• Valid Illinois driver's license and proof of automobile liability insurance preferred.
• Ability to meet extensive physical requirements of the position.
• Completion of in-house certification.

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, pregnancy, any other characteristic protected by law.