Direct Support Professional: Empowering Independent Living

CARING HANDS & MORE LLC; Iowa City (IA); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Job summary

Caring Hands & More LLC is seeking a part-time Direct Support Worker to assist individuals with disabilities in a home-like setting in Iowa City. The role involves daily living tasks, personal care, medication management support, and community engagement to help clients achieve personal goals.

Ideal candidates will be at least 18 with a high school diploma, and demonstrate good communication, confidentiality, and reliability.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old with a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience in direct support or caregiver role preferred.
• Ability to read, write and follow an Individual Plan of Care.
• Strong communication and confidentiality with clients, staff and stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Assist individuals with daily living tasks and community engagement.
• Provide personal care, meal planning, shopping assistance, and basic housekeeping.
• Monitor and report changes in clients' condition to supervisor.
• Maintain infection control practices and safety in all activities.

Skills

Communication

Empathy

Patient care

Interpersonal skills

Reading and writing

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Caring Hands & More LLC is seeking a part-time Direct Support Worker to assist individuals with disabilities in a home-like setting in Iowa City. The role involves daily living tasks, personal care, medication management support, and community engagement to help clients achieve personal goals.

Ideal candidates will be at least 18 with a high school diploma, and demonstrate good communication, confidentiality, and reliability.