Daytime DSP: Build Skills & Lead Community Outings

North Star Community Services; Waterloo (IA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

North Star Community Services seeks a Day Habilitation DSP to guide and support individuals with disabilities in developing life skills, hobbies, and community engagement. The role focuses on leading structured group and individual activities, coordinating community outings, and providing transportation to appointments while ensuring safety.

Daily progress notes and documentation of goals, behaviors, and health tracking are required, with a commitment to respectful, person-centered support

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Valid driver's license and clean driving record required.
• Reliability, empathy, and ability to maintain professional boundaries.

Responsibilities

• Guide participants during community events, volunteer opportunities, and educational activities.
• Safely transport participants to activities and appointments.
• Promote inclusion and help participants build meaningful friendships.
• Provide assistance with daily living tasks and activity participation.
• Complete daily electronic documentation of goals, behaviors, and health data.

Skills

Reliable

Empathy

Problem solving

Professional boundaries

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

North Star Community Services seeks a Day Habilitation DSP to guide and support individuals with disabilities in developing life skills, hobbies, and community engagement. The role focuses on leading structured group and individual activities, coordinating community outings, and providing transportation to appointments while ensuring safety.

Daily progress notes and documentation of goals, behaviors, and health tracking are required, with a commitment to respectful, person-centered support