Compassionate Support Specialist - Empower Independence

Systems Unlimited, Inc.; Cedar Rapids (IA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with company match

Health insurance

Paid time off

Disability insurance

Full-time benefits

Job summary

Systems Unlimited, Inc. in Cedar Rapids is hiring a Direct Support Professional (DSP) to join a team that helps people with disabilities live more independently and with dignity.

The position pays $15.25 to $17.00 per hour and is based in Cedar Rapids. As a DSP you will assist with daily living activities, accompany clients to the community, document the support provided, and collaborate with teams covering medical, behavioral, and mental health needs.

Qualifications

• Driving record that is acceptable is preferred.
• We encourage people with a passion to help others to apply; training and classes will be provided.

Responsibilities

• Assist people served to live more independently and happily in their homes by working with them to achieve their personal goals, e.g., healthy eating, exercising, or doing fun activities in their home
• Assist with day-to-day needs (transportation, cleaning, bathing, preparing meals, medical appointments, etc.)
• Go with people served in the community to do activities (Shopping, Special Olympics, movies, etc.)
• Provide encouragement and coaching to people who are working to develop daily living skills & healthy habits
• Write documentation about the support you provided during your shift
• Work with a variety of needs including medical, behavioral, and mental health supports.

Job description

Systems Unlimited, Inc. in Cedar Rapids is hiring a Direct Support Professional (DSP) to join a team that helps people with disabilities live more independently and with dignity.

The position pays $15.25 to $17.00 per hour and is based in Cedar Rapids. As a DSP you will assist with daily living activities, accompany clients to the community, document the support provided, and collaborate with teams covering medical, behavioral, and mental health needs.