Direct Support Professional — Meaningful Care & Benefits

Hope Haven, Inc.; Spencer (IA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance coverage by Wellmark

Term Life Insurance

403B Retirement Plan

Flex Spending

Supplemental Benefits

PTO and TML

Holidays

Bereavement Leave

Military Leave

Jury Duty

EAP

FMLA

Student Loan Forgiveness

BVU Partnership Educational Benefits

Pay on Demand with Dayforce Wallet

Job summary

Hope Haven, Inc. is seeking Direct Support Professionals (DSP) to assist clients with meeting physical, mental, emotional, and social needs. DSPs support individuals with intellectual disabilities or chronic mental health conditions and help implement individualized service plans.

Responsibilities include assisting with daily activities, documentation, transportation coordination, and safety adherence. Requires strong communication and a valid driver’s license, with background checks and

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Provide support and training to individuals as identified in the service plan and assure individuals’ physical and mental needs are met.
• Complete documentation requirements (client logs, charts) as determined by the Service Plan.
• Support individuals in developing and carrying out a daily schedule of activities.
• Assist individuals in arranging necessary appointments and transportation as needed and ensure documentation is complete.
• Promote personal safety and safety measures among team and clients being supported. Follow all safety procedures.

Skills

Communication skills

Judgment

Medication administration

Basic computer skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Valid Class C driver’s license

Job description

Hope Haven, Inc. is seeking Direct Support Professionals (DSP) to assist clients with meeting physical, mental, emotional, and social needs. DSPs support individuals with intellectual disabilities or chronic mental health conditions and help implement individualized service plans.

Responsibilities include assisting with daily activities, documentation, transportation coordination, and safety adherence. Requires strong communication and a valid driver’s license, with background checks and