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Direct Support Professional - Caregiver

MyPath·Aurora, Illinois

$14 - $18/hr·Other·On Site·0-2 yrs·Posted 3 months ago
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About the role

Ensure the health, safety, and well-being of all clients while assisting them with daily tasks. Administer positive behavioral redirection and maintain positive relationships with clients and staff.

Majority Women Employee-Owned.

Empowered by Everyone to Transform Lives.

Are you someone who is passionate about making a difference in the lives of others?

Do you enjoy caring for and mentoring others with disabilities?

MyPath and its Operating Companies provide specialized services and dignified care for children, adolescents and adults with special needs.

Our companies provide a spectrum of services and support which promote the ability of those we serve to live as independently as possible in the community.

Overview Grow with Homes for Independent Living as a Caregiver assisting 1-4 adult clients with behavioral, medical and/or physical disabilities in a residential home setting.

Ensure clients safety, assist clients with daily tasks, be a positive influence chaperoning fun events plus redirect behaviors as needed.

Training is provided, apply today!

Responsibilities

Assure the health, safety, and well-being of all clients Administer positive behavioral redirection and encourage self-coping mechanisms Assist with daily living activities as needed based on care plans Assist with food preparation and cleaning as needed Maintain positive relationships with clients, guardians, and staff Complete daily logs and report inconsistencies We offer: Competitive hourly pay $15.00- $18.00 per hour, plus shift differential, extra $1.00 hr. on 2nd shift AND Extra $2.00 hr. on weekends. Pay based on experience, location and shift. Full-time and part-time hours available. Set schedules with guaranteed hours, ability to pick up overtime Wage increases with experience 4 weeks of PTO every year $2,000 Referral Bonus Program Full benefit package, including medical, dental, vision insurance, 401k plan, ESOP and more!

Qualifications

18 years of age or older Compassion for client care and wellbeing Ability to prioritize multiple duties and responsibilities Consent to background check Driver’s license with 3 years of clean driving record preferred not required Homes for Independent Living (HIL) is Wisconsin’s LARGEST provider of customized care for adults with disabilities in small residential settings. We offer exciting challenges, growth opportunities, and a chance to make a difference while preserving a strong work-life balance.

Additional Information

MyPath is composed of a beautifully diverse spectrum of employees with different characteristics, abilities, and life experiences. We believe that equitable, diverse, and inclusive practices in our workspaces are integral to the existence of MyPath. We value our diverse spectrum of Owners, the individuals we serve and the communities we encounter. Our success as an organization is directly proportional to our ability to create belonging and genuinely engage our Owners and potential Owners. We ask for demographic information so that we can be intentional in supporting our Owners best. Although not required, we would appreciate you sharing to help our commitment of cultivating a diverse, equitable, inclusive, and belonging MyPath. Our Culture At MyPath, we support an ownership culture throughout the organization. Our culture is based on our five beliefs and behaviors: Passion Accountability Teamwork Openness Continuous Learning and Innovation As an employee owner, you can expect transparency, respect and appreciation. You’ll impact the place you work and map a career within MyPath. With your passion and our breadth of services, your options are nearly limitless! MyPath is proudly Majority Women Employee-Owned, with women leading at every level from the frontline to the boardroom. Our strength comes from all of us. Every Owner, regardless of gender, plays a vital role in shaping our culture, driving our mission, and building a workplace where opportunity and ownership are shared by all. MyPath is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) committed to fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace. We embrace the unique characteristics, abilities, and life experiences of our employees and believe that equitable and inclusive practices are essential to our success. We value the diversity of our Owners, the individuals we serve, and the communities we engage with. If you find fulfillment in helping others and want opportunities to build a career, MyPath may be your path to a promising future. Explore 150 MyPath locations to find a place and career that fits you. At MyPath, our guiding principle is passion: a passion for the people we serve and for the work we do. MyPath provides specialized services and dignified care for children, adolescents and adults with disabilities, mental health issues, and other significant needs. Operating since 1984, MyPath includes eight companies that serve over 2,000 individuals from around the country, in more than 150 program locations throughout Wisconsin and Indiana, across 48 communities. Our array of services includes a spectrum of educational, therapeutic and community supports to allow those we serve to live full and productive lives in the community—to find their path. MyPath is proud to be a 100% employee owned company (ESOP). At MyPath our caregivers are also our owners!

Requirements

Candidates must be 18 years of age or older and show compassion for client care. A background check consent and a driver's license with a clean driving record are preferred.

  • Cleaning
  • Compassion
  • Relationship Building
  • Client Care
  • Food Preparation
  • Daily Living Activities
  • Log Keeping
  • Behavioral Redirection

Benefits

  • Medical
  • Dental
  • Vision Insurance
  • Referral Bonus Program
  • 401k Plan
  • PTO
  • ESOP

Posting details

Employment type
Other
Work arrangement
On Site
Experience
0-2 yrs
Salary
$14 - $18/hr
Locations
Aurora, Illinois; Neenah, Wisconsin; Appleton, Wisconsin; Kaukauna, Wisconsin
Posted
Apr 8, 2026
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MyPath

MyPath Companies provide specialized services and personalized care for children, adolescents and adults with disabilities. MyPath’s history spans over 35 years, during which its nine companies have grown to serve more than 1,700 individuals from around the country, in...

Salary listed on 9 jobs
IndustryIndividual and Family Services
TypePrivately Held
Size1,001-5,000 employees
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