Direct Support Professional: Impact Lives Mon–Fri 9–3:30

Hope Haven, Inc.; Spencer (IA); On-site; USD 18,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

403B Retirement Plan with employer 8%

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Flex Spending

EAP

Dayforce Wallet

Holidays

Job summary

Hope Haven, Inc. in Spencer, IA is seeking a Direct Support Professional (DSP) to assist individuals with daily living skills, grooming, transportation, and community participation.

The role follows individual service plans and promotes safety and dignity in all activities. This full-time daytime position runs 9:00am–3:30pm, Monday–Friday, with a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, a 403B retirement plan with employer match, PTO, and other voluntary benefits.

Qualifications

• High school graduate or GED/HSED (High School Equivalency Diploma).
• Good written and verbal communication skills and have basic computer skills.
• Ability to exercise sound judgment in making decisions.
• Ability to complete/pass required medication administration course.
• Valid driver’s license required
• Health assessment must be up to date as requested per regulations.
• Clearance from all applicable background checks as required by service standards.

Responsibilities

• A belief that individuals with a disability can fully participate in societal roles, alongside community members without disabilities.
• Provide support and training to individuals as identified in the service plan and assure individual’s physical and mental needs are being cared for.
• Teach self-control and self-management skills in accordance with departmental training.
• Complete documentation requirements (client logs, charts) as determined by the Service Plan and regulations.
• Support individuals in developing and carrying out a daily schedule of activities tailored to meet the needs of the person being supported.
• Assist individuals in arranging necessary appointments and transportation as needed.
• Promote personal safety and safety measures among team and clients being supported. Follow all safety procedures.

Skills

Communication

Driver's license

Health assessment knowledge

Basic computer skills

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

Hope Haven, Inc. in Spencer, IA is seeking a Direct Support Professional (DSP) to assist individuals with daily living skills, grooming, transportation, and community participation.

The role follows individual service plans and promotes safety and dignity in all activities. This full-time daytime position runs 9:00am–3:30pm, Monday–Friday, with a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, a 403B retirement plan with employer match, PTO, and other voluntary benefits.