Direct Support Professional - Weekend Package (Full-time)

Childserve; Johnston (IA); On-site; USD 22,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

HSA and FSA options

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

403(b) retirement plan with company 
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Life and disability insurance

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Job summary

ChildServe is seeking a Direct Support Professional in Johnston, IA to support children and young adults with daily living and independence. You will collaborate with supervisors, therapists, nursing staff, and families to implement personalized care plans.

The role includes helping with personal care, meals, household tasks, and community activities, with weekend hours and a starting pay of $16–$18.64 per hour plus a 120% weekend differential.

Qualifications

• 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 English.
• Willing/able to become an approved driver for ChildServe.
• CMA/Medication Manager/CNA certifications helpful

Responsibilities

• Support children and young adults in developing independence in personal care, meals, and life skills.
• Provide transportation assistance as needed.
• Administer treatments and medications with knowledge of schedules and dosages.
• Facilitate community involvement through recreational events and activities.

Skills

Experience with disabilities

English communication

Team collaboration

Transportation assistance

Tools

CMA certification

Medication Manager

CNA certification

Job description

Join ChildServe 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 cares, preparing meals, caring for household, community exposure/involvement, and other life skills areas.

Schedule/Pay

The starting pay for this position is between $16-18.64/ hour with opportunities for advancement. There is an Increased wage differential for the weekend package hours of 120%.

• Friday: 2pm-11pm
• Saturday: 6am-11pm
• Sunday: 6am-11pm

How You’ll Make an Impact

• Supporting 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

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA) options
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• 403(b) retirement plan with company match
• Life and disability insurance
• Paid Time Off (PTO)

Make a Difference Every Day at ChildServe

• ChildServe partners with families to help children with special healthcare needs live a great life.
• ChildServe is a leading pediatric healthcare provider with Iowa’s only children's specialty hospital, offering a variety of services and programs to meet each child’s unique needs.
• ChildServe’s four key specialty areas include: complex medical care, pediatric rehabilitation, autism and behavioral health, and community-based services. With a coordinated approach to care delivery, services are interwoven and streamlined, so families can address their child’s needs in one location.
• Established in 1928, ChildServe proudly provides more than 30 pediatric specialty services to nearly 6,000 children in Iowa each year.

ChildServe is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities.

ChildServe is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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