Direct Support Professional

First-Resources-Corp-1; Oskaloosa (IA); On-site; USD 18,000 - 22,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental

Vision

Retirement account

Paid time off

Sick time

Holidays

Paid training

Aflac

Job summary

First Resources Corp. in Oskaloosa, IA is seeking a Direct Support Professional to assist adults with disabilities in a home setting. Two part-time openings, one day shift and one night shift, with 12-hour shifts and a tight rotation.

You'll provide meals, personal care, activities, and routine tasks, keeping the home safe and comfortable, including overnight coverage. Must pass background checks and have a high school diploma or GED.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Ability to pass background checks.
• Must be able to lift up to 40 pounds.
• Experience with people with disabilities preferred.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.

Responsibilities

• Support meals, personal care, activities, and household routines on a 12-hour shift.
• Keep the home calm, safe, and comfortable, including overnight on the night shift.
• Document the shift and hand off clearly to the next team member.

Skills

Stamina for long shifts

Patience

Dependability

Background checks

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Basic computer knowledge

Job description

Description

Direct Support Professional

City: Oskaloosa, IA · Type: Part-time · Openings: 2 · Pay field: $13 to $16 per hour

Work two or three 12-hour shifts a week and keep the rest of the week for yourself. We have two part-time Direct Support Professional openings at one of our Oskaloosa homes, one on days and one on nights. You'll support adults with disabilities in a home setting, with time to build real relationships over long, unhurried shifts.

Shifts available

• Days: 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. Week 1 is Thursday and Friday; Week 2 is Monday and Friday. About 24 hours a week
• Nights: 8 p.m. to 8 a.m. Week 1 is Sunday, Tuesday, and Friday; Week 2 is Monday and Tuesday. Between 24 and 36 hours a week
• Both schedules repeat on a two-week rotation

What you'll do

• Support meals, personal care, activities, and household routines on a 12-hour shift
• Keep the home calm, safe, and comfortable, including overnight on the night shift
• Document the shift and hand off clearly to the next team member

What you'll bring

• Stamina for long shifts, plus patience and dependability
• The ability to pass background checks
• High school diploma or GED and a valid driver's license]

Pay: $13 to $16 per hour.

Pay and benefits

• Pay: see the range above.
• Full-time benefits: health, dental, vision, Aflac, paid time off, sick time, holidays, retirement account, paid training.
• Part-time benefits: Aflac and retirement account.
• Paid training provided: Mandatory reporter, TBI, CPR, CPI-NCI, and more.

About First Resources Corp

First Resources Corp. is a private, non-profit agency providing a variety of services throughout Southeast Iowa. First Resources Corp. (FRC) opened its doors in September 1987 as a not-for-profit agency serving people with disabilities. Since that time, services have expanded but still serve the same mission.

First Resources Corp is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, or any other protected status. Employment depends on passing background checks.

Requirements

Qualifications/Requirements

• High school education or equivalent; experience working with people with disabilities preferred.
• Must possess bask knowledge of computers and computer-based programs.
• Satisfactory results on background checks pertaining to criminal and abuse registries.
• Able to lift a minimum of 40 pounds without restrictions.
• Successfully complete all new hire orientation checklist.
• Satisfactory attend all required trainings by agency.
• Successfully complete the established medication administration training and observe pass medications accordingly.
• Must have access to a telephone.
• Must have valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, and personal auto insurance as required by the State of Iowa and be insurable under the company’s insurance.