Compassionate Direct Support Specialist

Iowa National Guard; Iowa; Hybrid; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Shift Differentials

Growth Opportunities

Team Environment

Meaningful Work

Benefits from Day 1

Job summary

The Iowa Department of Health and Human Services, Division of State-Operated Specialty Care, is seeking Direct Support Professionals to join Woodward Resource Center. No specific education or experience is required — just compassion, dedication, and a desire to support individuals in living their best, most independent lives.

Training is provided to help you succeed. This is hands-on, active engagement work.

Qualifications

• Compassionate, patient, dependable and calm demeanor in challenging moments.
• Resilience, strong communication and teamwork.
• Commitment to dignity, respect and high-quality care.

Responsibilities

• Support individuals with daily living and independence skills.
• Promote person-centered goals through Individual Support Plans.
• Help individuals build and maintain skills like communication and self-care.
• Use de-escalation techniques to assist during moments of frustration or aggression.
• Maintain a safe, respectful environment and follow procedures.
• Document services, progress and updates with the team.

Skills

Compassionate

Teamwork

Resilience

Communication

Patience

Job description

The Iowa Department of Health and Human Services, Division of State-Operated Specialty Care, is seeking Direct Support Professionals to join Woodward Resource Center. No specific education or experience is required — just compassion, dedication, and a desire to support individuals in living their best, most independent lives.

Training is provided to help you succeed. This is hands-on, active engagement work.