Direct Support Professional: Empower Lives & Grow Skills

Hope Haven Inc.; Algona (IA); On-site; USD 17,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Life Insurance

403B Retirement Plan

Flex Spending

Supplemental Benefits

Paid Time Off

Holidays

Bereavement Leave

Military Leave

Jury Duty

Employee Assistance Program

FMLA

PSLF

Educational Benefits

Pay on Demand

Job summary

Hope Haven Inc. in Algona, Iowa seeks Direct Support Professionals to support clients with intellectual disabilities or chronic mental health conditions, helping meet physical, mental, emotional, and social needs.

You will implement individualized service plans, assist with daily activities, transportation, and documentation, and promote safety while encouraging individual’s independence. Competitive benefits include health insurance, retirement plan, paid time off, and flexible spending; valid

Qualifications

• High school graduate or GED/HSED preferred.
• Good written and verbal communication skills and basic computer skills.
• Ability to exercise sound judgment in decision-making.
• Ability to complete/pass required medication administration course.
• Valid Class C driver’s license required.
• Clearance from background checks as required by service standards.
• Reliable transportation.
• Provide proof of state minimum liability insurance coverage.

Responsibilities

• Provide support and training based on individual service plans with attention to physical and mental needs.
• Assist with daily activities, transportation, and appointment scheduling.
• Promote self-control and self-management per departmental training.
• Complete client logs and charts within 24 hours with supervisor approval.
• Develop daily schedules of activities tailored to individuals’ needs.
• Promote personal safety and follow safety procedures.

Skills

High school diploma or GED

Communication skills

Basic computer skills

Sound judgment

Medication administration training

Driver's license

Background checks compliance

Reliable transportation

Proof of auto liability

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Driver's license (Class C)

Job description

Hope Haven Inc. in Algona, Iowa seeks Direct Support Professionals to support clients with intellectual disabilities or chronic mental health conditions, helping meet physical, mental, emotional, and social needs.

You will implement individualized service plans, assist with daily activities, transportation, and documentation, and promote safety while encouraging individual’s independence. Competitive benefits include health insurance, retirement plan, paid time off, and flexible spending; valid