Direct Support Professional - Weekend Package (Full-time)

Jobvite, Inc.; 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

403(b) retirement plan with company "

Life and disability insurance

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Job summary

Child Serve in Iowa is seeking a Direct Support Professional to assist children and young adults with daily living and independence-building skills. You will work with a team including supervisors, therapists, nursing staff, and families to support personal care, meal prep, and community activities.

The role involves driving readiness for independence, transportation assistance, and safe administration of medications as applicable.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Previous work with children or adults with disabilities preferred.
• Ability to communicate effectively in reading, writing, and speaking English.

Responsibilities

• Assist children and young adults with daily living and independence in personal care, meal preparation, and household tasks.
• Provide transportation assistance as needed and support community involvement.
• Administer medications as appropriate, with knowledge of schedules and dosages.
• Collaborate with supervisors, therapists, nursing staff and families on program development.

Skills

English proficiency

Education

CMA

Medication Manager

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, 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%.

The Staff will work 32 hours during the following time frames each week.

• 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 activitie s

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 Child Serve

• Child Serve partners with families to help children with special healthcare needs live a great life.
• Child Serve 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.
• Child Serve’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, Child Serve proudly provides more than 30 pediatric specialty services to nearly 6,000 children in Iowa each year.

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.