Direct Support Professional Apprentice Earn and Learn Opportunity Apply Today

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

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental coverage

401(k) retirement savings

Training, development, and advancement

Nationally recognized apprenticeship

Job summary

North Star Community Services in Waterloo, IA offers the area's first Direct Support Professional Apprenticeship Program—a paid, one-year "earn‑while‑you‑learn" opportunity leading to a nationally recognized certificate.

You'll train through online modules, classroom instruction and job shadowing, work with mentors, gain hands-on experience across programs, and complete 140+ hours of related training while earning a competitive wage.

Qualifications

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Compassion and empathy.
• Willingness to learn and adapt.
• Basic computer literacy.

Responsibilities

• Participate in structured training including online modules, classroom instruction, and job shadowing.
• Work with experienced mentors who support growth throughout the apprenticeship.
• Gain hands-on experience across multiple North Star Community Services programs.
• Complete 140+ hours of related training while earning a competitive wage.
• Advance into leadership roles such as Team Leader or mentor after program completion.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Compassion

Willingness to learn

Job description

Direct Care Professional Apprentice

North Star Community Services – Waterloo, IA

North Star Community Services is offering the area's first Direct Support Professional Apprenticeship Program - a paid, one‑year "earn‑while‑you‑learn" opportunity leading to a nationally recognized certificate and potential leadership roles.

What You'll Do

• Participate in structured training including online modules, classroom instruction, and job shadowing.

• Work with experienced mentors who support your growth throughout the apprenticeship.

• Gain hands‑on experience across multiple North Star Community Services programs.

• Complete 140+ hours of related training while earning a competitive wage.

• Advance into leadership roles such as Team Leader or mentor after program completion.

Required Skills

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills

• Compassion and empathy

• Willingness to learn and adapt

• Basic computer literacy

Benefits

• Health insurance

• Dental coverage

• 401(k) retirement savings

• Training, development, and advancement opportunities

• Participation in a nationally recognized apprenticeship program

North Star Community Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Prior to confirmation of a job offer, candidates for employment will be required to complete a criminal history and dependent abuse registry check that will be reviewed prior to confirmation of a job offer.