Compassionate Direct Support Specialist — Daily Living

North Star Community Services; Waterloo (IA); Presencial; USD 14.000 - 23.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Holiday pay

Team environment

Descripción de la vacante

North Star Community Services is seeking compassionate Direct Support Professionals in Iowa to help individuals with daily living, personal care, and community participation. You will support clients with daily tasks, safety, and documentation while fostering independence.

Positions across Waterloo, Waverly, Vinton, and Mason City offer full-time, part-time, and PRN opportunities with a team-oriented environment and benefits.

Formación

• Valid driver's license and acceptable driving history.
• Compassion, patience, and strong problem-solving skills.
• Basic computer skills.

Responsabilidades

• Support daily living: Assist clients with everyday activities such as personal care, hygiene, meal preparation, medication reminders, and household tasks.
• Build independence: Coach and encourage clients in skill-building toward their personal goals and greater self-sufficiency.
• Encourage community engagement: Accompany and support clients in community activities, appointments, work, and recreation.
• Ensure health and safety: Maintain a safe, respectful, and encouraging environment and respond appropriately to clients' needs.
• Transport clients: Drive or accompany clients to appointments, activities, and errands as needed.
• Document care: Accurately record daily activities, progress toward goals, and any incidents.
• Collaborate: Work as part of a care team, communicating with families, supervisors, and other professionals.

Conocimientos

Valid driver's license

Compassion

Patience

Problem-solving

Basic computer skills

Descripción del empleo

North Star Community Services is seeking compassionate Direct Support Professionals in Iowa to help individuals with daily living, personal care, and community participation. You will support clients with daily tasks, safety, and documentation while fostering independence.

Positions across Waterloo, Waverly, Vinton, and Mason City offer full-time, part-time, and PRN opportunities with a team-oriented environment and benefits.