Direct Support Professional - Weekend Package

Lutheran Services in Iowa; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 42,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Comprehensive benefits

Flexible schedule

401(k)

Paid time off

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Career-building opportunities

Pet insurance

Job summary

Lutheran Services in Iowa seeks weekend Direct Support Professionals to support adults with disabilities in Des Moines. Roles include part-time 16–32 hours/week or full-time weekend coverage, with shifts Friday evening through Sunday evening and occasional midweek options to reach full-time hours.

Responsibilities include assisting with daily living activities, promoting independence, and building trusting relationships with clients and their families.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Experience with Supported Community Living or people with disabilities preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Support adults with disabilities to promote growth and independence.
• Provide personal cares as needed (hygiene, diaper/brief changes, feeding, toileting, transfers).
• Build positive relationships with individuals and their families.

Skills

Caregiving

Interpersonal skills

Rapport building

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

If you're looking for a weekend job to free your weekdays – we have the job for you! Our weekend package allows you to work a benefit eligible job on the weekends and be at home during the week!

Our Services for People with Disabilities team is searching for dedicated, energetic caregivers to work part-time (16 hours/week & 32 hours/week) & full-time as weekend Direct Support Professionals in Des Moines. The Iowans we serve are seeking a life of greater confidence and independence, and it's our privilege to empower them toward success every day.

Hours available: Shifts between Friday PM and Sunday PM. Saturday and Sunday working double shift to get to PT 32 hrs and could add a shift during the week to get to full-time. OR Friday & Sunday 2nd shift (2:30-10:30pm) or double shift on Saturday (6:30-10:30pm)

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What We Do

As one of Iowa's most trusted non-profit, human services agencies, LSI has a legacy of serving children, adults, and families for more than 160 years. Our Services for People with Disabilities wrap care around individuals across the state, from providing occasional respite care or weekly services, to 24/7 support in either a shared apartment environment or one-on-one care through our hourly supported community living (SCL) program. You can make a direct impact on the lives of the Iowans we are privileged to serve.

What You'll Do

The Direct Support Professional (DSP) will work directly with the individual with a disability and/or mental health and provide support, assistance, and instruction in areas which facilitate personal growth and independence to adults that need 24 hour support. As a DSP you must be able to build and maintain positive and supportive relationships with individuals with disabilities and members or their family. This includes having interpersonal sensitivity and strong rapport building skills. People served by LSI may need assistance with physical cares (hygiene, diaper/brief changes, feeding, toileting, transfers) and the Direct Support Professional will, as necessary, assist with these cares and reflect a positive and willing attitude.

What You'll Need

Qualified candidates for this job will have either a high school diploma or a GED. Experience working with Supported Community Living (SCL) or with people with disabilities is preferred, but not required.

How We'll Support You

On top of joining the best team around, you can also receive:

• - A competitive salary
• - Comprehensive benefits
• - A flexible schedule
• - 401(k)
• - Generous paid time off
• - Health, dental, life, and vision insurance
• - Career-building opportunities
• - Special Team LSI perks like pet insurance

LSI is an equal opportunity employer. At LSI we respect diverse life experiences, cultures and heritages, and strive to provide that all voices are heard and valued. You can learn more about our commitment at https://lsiowa.org/who-we-are/

Why You'll Love Working Here

"I enjoy working with people with disabilities because I'm able to make a difference in their lives and it has made a positive impact in my own." – Amber, LSI Contract Monitor