Direct Support Professional (DSP) WEEKENDS ONLY

Divine Living; Council Bluffs (IA); On-site; USD 20,664,000 - 30,307,000; Full time

Job summary

Divine Living is seeking a Direct Support Professional to assist individuals with developmental, physical, and mental disabilities in daily activities and health-related tasks. You will document activities in compliance with agency policies and supervise daily living tasks to promote independence.

The role includes administering daily medications, supporting behavioral and life-skills development, and ensuring operations align with regulatory requirements.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Healthcare experience is preferred
• Medication administration experience preferred
• Valid driver’s license and auto insurance
• CPR/First Aid certification preferred

Responsibilities

• Improve and enrich the lives of individuals with disabilities.
• Document in compliance with the agency's policy and procedures.
• Supervise individuals with Activities of Daily Life.
• Administer daily medications.
• Assist with residence operations per regulatory requirements and quality program standards.
• Help individuals develop daily living, social, money management, hygiene, and related skills.
• Comply with agency policies and procedures.

Skills

Patient care

Documentation

Behavioral support

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Certified Medication Aide (Preferred)

CPR Certification (Preferred)

First Aid Certification (Preferred)

Driver's License

Auto Insurance

Tools

Medication administration training

Record keeping systems

Job description

Direct Support Professional (DSP)

Job Description

• Working to improve, enrich and respect the lives of individuals with developmental, physical, and mental disabilities
• Documenting in compliance with the agency's policy and procedures
• Supervising individuals with their Activities of Daily Life
• Administering daily medications
• Assisting with day-by-day operations of the residence in accordance with regulatory requirements, agency policy, and quality program standards.
• Assisting individuals in the development of appropriate behavioral, social, money management, housekeeping, hygiene, and other skills necessary to reach their highest level of potential
• Complying with agencies policy and procedures

Schedule

• 8-hour shift
• 4-hour shift
• Day shift
• Holidays
• Night shift
• Overnight shift
• Weekend availability

Education

High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Experience

Healthcare - 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification

• Certified Medication Aide (Preferred)
• CPR Certification (Preferred)
• First Aid Certification (Preferred)
• Driver's License
• Auto Insurance

Shift Availability

• Overnight Shift
• Night Shift
• Day Shift