Direct Support Professional - PT Day Shifts

Progress Industries; Newton (IA); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Vacation

Dental insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Retirement plan with 1% gift and up to

Employer match contribution after one

Paid training

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Assistance Program

Referral Bonus

Education Bonus

Job summary

Progress Industries in central Iowa is seeking a compassionate Direct Support Professional for part-time day shifts. The role supports individuals with developmental disabilities, including autism and Down syndrome, with training provided and no prior experience required.

You will help with daily living tasks, hygiene, and community participation, working closely with clients, families, and coworkers to promote independence, safety, and quality of life.

Qualifications

• Direct Support Professional role for individuals with disabilities; no experience required; training provided.
• Experience with developmental disabilities preferred; background in autism, anxiety, depression or Down syndrome is helpful.

Responsibilities

• Provide support, skill training and therapeutic instruction to persons served
• Develop, maintain, increase, or maximize independence in self-care, physical, mental, and emotional health and development.
• Promote socialization, community inclusion, leisure, and communication skills
• Work closely with persons served, their families, Progress Industries staff and community individuals to achieve quality outcomes.

Skills

Driver's license

Job description

Progress Industries in central Iowa is seeking a compassionate Direct Support Professional for part-time day shifts. The role supports individuals with developmental disabilities, including autism and Down syndrome, with training provided and no prior experience required.

You will help with daily living tasks, hygiene, and community participation, working closely with clients, families, and coworkers to promote independence, safety, and quality of life.