Direct Support Professional - PRN

ChildServe; Johnston (IA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A community support organization in Johnston, Iowa is seeking a Direct Support Professional to assist children and young adults in developing independence in daily life skills. The role includes responsibilities such as supporting personal care, meal preparation, and facilitating community involvement. Candidates must have prior experience working with individuals with disabilities, effective communication skills, and must be at least 18 years old. The position offers flexible scheduling and a supportive team environment.

Qualifications

• Previous work with children or adults with disabilities preferred.
• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Ability to communicate effectively in English.
• Willingness to become an approved driver.
• Ability to lift up to 35 lbs and be mobile.

Responsibilities

• Support children or young adults in developing independence.
• Provide transportation assistance as needed.
• Administer treatments and medications as appropriate.
• Facilitate community involvement through various activities.

Skills

Working with children or adults with disabilities

Effective communication

Driving

Physical mobility

Education

Certified Medication Aide (CMA) or Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)

Job description

Join Child Serve as a Direct Support Professional. In this role you will be responsible for supporting children and young adults with daily living and encouraging their independence. Direct Support Professionals work with supervisors, therapists, nursing staff, and families in program development and implementation. Examples include assisting the children and young adults with becoming as independent as possible in personal care, meal preparation, household tasks, community exposure/involvement, and other life skill areas.

Schedule / Where You’ll Be

Flexible scheduling.

How You’ll Make an Impact

• Support children or young adults in developing independence in personal care, meal preparation, household tasks, and other life skills.
• Provide transportation assistance as needed.
• Administer treatments and medications as appropriate, with knowledge of schedules and dosages.
• Facilitate community involvement through recreational events, shopping trips, volunteer opportunities, and other activities.

What You’ll Need

• Previous work with children or adults with disabilities preferred.
• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Ability to communicate effectively in reading, writing, and speaking the English language.
• Must be willing/able to become an approved driver for ChildServe.
• Certified Medication Aide (CMA), Medication Manager, or Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certifications helpful.
• Ability to lift up to 35 lbs; be mobile within the assigned work area, and frequently bend, lift, reach, and stand.

If you have questions about the position, reach out to the Talent Acquisition team at [e-mail].

Child Serve is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. To request assistance with the application process, please email [e-mail]. Child Serve is an Equal Opportunity Employer.