Direct Support Professional

Sevita; Dubuque (IA); On-site; USD 23,419 - 26,174; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Pay on Demand

Employee Referral Program

Training & Development

Supportive Leadership

Job summary

Sevita in Dubuque, IA is seeking a Direct Support Professional (DSP) – PRN / As Needed to help individuals with developmental disabilities in home and community settings. You’ll build relationships, support daily living skills, and promote independence while offering flexible shifts and meaningful, rewarding work.

This role emphasizes compassionate care, teamwork, and the chance to impact lives. Training is provided; apply to join a growing national organization that values staff wellbeing and

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Valid driver's license (held for at least one year).
• Access to a registered, insured vehicle.
• Ability to support individuals in home and community settings.

Responsibilities

• Build meaningful, respectful relationships with individuals you support.
• Assist with daily living skills like hygiene, meals, and routines.
• Support goals such as budgeting, communication, exercise, and nutrition.
• Encourage participation in community activities and daily engagement.
• Provide calm, consistent support for individuals with behavioral needs.
• Help maintain a safe, positive, and respectful home environment.
• Work closely with your team to support each person’s goals.

Skills

Valid driver's license

Vehicle access

Home & community support

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Direct Support Professional (DSP) – PRN / As Needed

Dubuque, IA | $17.50/hour | On Demand Pay

Work that actually means something starts here. Looking for meaningful work with a schedule that fits your life? As a PRN Direct Support Professional (DSP), you’ll have the flexibility to pick up shifts when you’re available while making a real impact in the lives of others. You’ll support individuals with developmental disabilities, behavioral challenges, and complex needs in a home and community setting. Your role will help individuals build independence, develop daily living skills, and stay connected to the people and activities that matter most. This is hands‑on, rewarding work where your time and support can truly change someone’s day.

Responsibilities

• Build meaningful, respectful relationships with the individuals you support
• Assist with daily living skills like hygiene, meals, and routines
• Support goals such as budgeting, communication, exercise, and nutrition
• Encourage participation in community activities and daily engagement
• Provide calm, consistent support for individuals with behavioral needs
• Help maintain a safe, positive, and respectful home environment
• Work closely with your team to support each person’s goals

PRN Flexibility

• Pick up shifts based on your availability
• Great for those balancing school, family, another job, or other commitments
• Make a difference while maintaining control of your schedule
• Gain valuable experience in healthcare and human services

What We Offer

• Pay: $17.50/hour
• Pay on Demand: Access your earnings when you need them
• Employee Referral Program
• Job Stability: Work with a growing, established national organization
• Training & Development: Paid onboarding and ongoing learning opportunities
• Supportive Leadership: Supervisors who understand the work and support you in it

Who Thrives in This Role

We’re looking for people who are compassionate, patient, dependable, comfortable working with individuals with behavioral or complex needs, good communicators and team players, flexible, and responsible, reliable, and consistent.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED
• Valid driver's license (held for at least one year)
• Access to a registered, insured vehicle
• Ability to support individuals in home and community settings

Experience in caregiving, healthcare, CNA work, behavioral health, or human services is helpful but not required. We provide training and support so you can succeed.

Why This Work Matters

Every shift is an opportunity to help someone gain confidence, build independence, and experience life more fully. With PRN flexibility, you choose when you work while doing work that truly matters.

Apply today and start making a difference on your schedule.

As an equal opportunity employer, we do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, citizenship, or any other characteristic protected by law.