Direct Support Professional - Des Moines, IA

To The Rescue; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 19,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-On Bonus

Mileage Reimbursement

Fully paid training & certifications

Supportive team environment

Job summary

To The Rescue is seeking a Direct Support Professional in Des Moines, IA to provide high-quality care for adults with disabilities. The role involves moving between home settings and community outings, keeping individuals active and independent.

The position offers a fast-paced environment with hands-on daily support, including ADLs, medication reminders, transportation, and community engagement. A valid driver’s license and 18+ are required, with fully paid training and certification

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED; must be at least 18 years of age.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable personal vehicle with proof of auto insurance.
• Ability to pass medication administration training (provided by the agency).
• Basic computer skills for daily documentation.

Responsibilities

• Hands-On Core Care: provide support by teaching and assisting daily living skills including budgeting, meal preparation, and maintaining a clean living environment.
• Medication Support: reminders and skill-building support with medication routines per the member’s service plan and state guidelines (does not include administering medications).
• Transportation & Community Access: transport members and teach planning, navigation, appointments, and social activities.
• Community Engagement: facilitate activities to build social skills, confidence, and independence.
• Daily Logs: complete brief notes on services provided and incidents to ensure compliance and quality care.
• Crisis Response: maintain calm and de-escalate or respond to emergencies when needed.

Skills

Reliability

Patience

Multi-tasking

Professionalism

Basic computer skills

Valid driver’s license

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

If you are unable to complete this application due to a disability, contact this employer to ask for an accommodation or an alternative application process.

Direct Support Professional - Des Moines, IA

Day Program Cent IA - Indirect Manual Labor Des Moines, IA, US

3 days ago Requisition ID: 2138

Direct Support Professional – Des Moines
**$1,000.00 Sign-On Bonus**

Location: Des Moines, IA (Polk County) Company: To The Rescue Schedule: Full-Time | 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM; Monday–Friday (Occasional Saturdays) Pay: Hourly | $1,000.00 Sign-On Bonus

About the Role

Make a tangible difference every day. To The Rescue is looking for active, dependable Direct Support Professionals to provide high-quality care for adults with disabilities. This is a dynamic role that keeps you on your feet, moving between home settings and community outings.

If you are looking for a rewarding career where you provide essential physical support while helping others build independence, we want you on our team.

Key Responsibilities

Hands-On Core Care

Activities of Daily Living: Provide support by teaching and assisting individuals daily living skills including budgeting, meal preparation, and how to maintain a clean and organized living environment.

Medical & Health Support

Medication Support: Provide reminders and skill-building support with medication routines in accordance with the member’s service plan and state guidelines; does not include administering medications.

Community Engagement & Transportation

Transportation & Community Access: Provide members access to their community by transporting them while teaching the necessary skills to plan, navigate, make appointments, and attend social activities.

Community Engagement: Facilitate and participate in community-based activities (e.g., shopping, volunteering, recreation) while building social skills, confidence, and independence.

Documentation & Safety

Daily Logs: Complete brief notes on services provided and any incidents to ensure compliance and quality care.

Crisis Response: Maintain a calm environment and use trained de-escalation or emergency techniques if a behavioral or medical need arises.

What We’re Looking For

Reliability: Members count on you for their daily health and safety.

Patience & Positivity: Ability to stay composed and supportive in a fast-paced environment.

Multi-tasking: Comfortable managing the needs of multiple members throughout the day.

Professionalism: High standards for confidentiality and member rights.

Basic Qualifications

High school diploma or GED; must be at least 18 years of age.

Valid driver’s license, reliable personal vehicle, and proof of auto insurance.

Ability to pass medication administration training (provided by the agency).

Basic computer skills for daily documentation.

Physical Requirements

Active Workday: Ability to stand, walk, and remain physically active throughout an 11-hour shift.

Lifting: Ability to lift/move 50 lbs frequently, and up to 80 lbs occasionally with proper support/techniques.

Physical Assistance: Ability to assist members with mobility.

What We Offer

$1,000.00 Sign-On Bonus

Mileage Reimbursement for member transportation.

Fully paid training and certifications (CPR, First Aid, Med Manager).

A supportive team and a mission-driven work environment.

To The Rescue is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, status as a qualified individual with a disability, or status as a protected veteran.