Direct Support Professional (All shifts)

ChildServe; Johnston (IA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Health Savings Account (HSA)

403(b) retirement plan with company match

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Job summary

ChildServe in Johnston, Iowa is looking for a Direct Support Professional to assist children and young adults with daily living skills. This role involves working with a team to support personal care, community involvement, and life skill development.

Ideal candidates will be 18 years or older, possess effective communication skills, and preferably have experience working with individuals with disabilities. A variety of full-time and part-time schedules are available, along with comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Previous work with children or adults with disabilities preferred.
• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Ability to communicate effectively in reading, writing, and speaking English.
• Willingness and ability to become an approved driver for Child Serve.
• Certifications such as CMA, Medication Manager, or CNA are helpful.

Responsibilities

• Support children or young adults in developing independence.
• Provide transportation assistance as needed.
• Administer treatments and medications as appropriate.
• Facilitate community involvement through recreational events and activities.

Skills

Support children or young adults

Effective communication

Ability to assist with personal care

Driving responsibilities

Job description

About the Role

Join Child Serve as a Direct Support Professional. In this role you will be responsible for supporting children and young adults with daily living and encouraging their independence. You will work closely with supervisors, therapists, nursing staff, and families in program development and implementation. Responsibilities include assisting with personal care, meal preparation, household tasks, community exposure, and other life skill areas.

Schedule/Location

Our group homes offer PRN, Part‑time, and Full‑time positions with a variety of schedules.

How You’ll Make an Impact

• Support children or young adults in developing independence in personal care, meal preparation, household tasks, and other life skills.
• Provide transportation assistance as needed.
• Administer treatments and medications as appropriate, with knowledge of schedules and dosages.
• Facilitate community involvement through recreational events, shopping trips, volunteer opportunities, and other activities.

Essential Qualifications

• Previous work with children or adults with disabilities preferred.
• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Ability to communicate effectively in reading, writing, and speaking English.
• Willingness and ability to become an approved driver for Child Serve.
• Certifications such as Certified Medication Aide (CMA), Medication Manager, or Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) are helpful.
• Ability to lift up to 35 lbs and be mobile within the assigned work area, frequently bending, lifting, reaching, and standing.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA) options.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• 403(b) retirement plan with company match.
• Life and disability insurance.
• Paid Time Off (PTO).

Equal Opportunity

Child Serve is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Child Serve is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. For assistance with the application process, please email [e-mail].