Direct Support Professional- Weekender

American Baptist Homes of the Midwest; Chariton (IA); On-site; USD 19,286 - 27,552; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid training

Holiday pay

Employee Referral Bonuses

Flexible schedule

Job summary

Crest Services in Chariton, IA is seeking a Direct Support Professional for weekend shifts. You will support residents with daily living activities, help with transportation, and contribute to a safe, respectful living environment while coordinating with healthcare staff.

This role offers competitive pay of $17 per hour, weekend 24-hour shifts, paid training, and opportunities for double-time holiday pay. If you are compassionate, reliable, and ready to make a difference, apply today.

Qualifications

• Experience in medical, caregiving, or healthcare settings preferred, but not required.
• Must be 21+ with valid driver’s license.
• Ability to read, write, and speak English.
• Compassionate, dependable and detail‑oriented.

Responsibilities

• Support residents with daily living activities: bathing, dressing, meal prep, etc.
• Maintain a safe, clean, and respectful living environment.
• Monitor and report changes in behavior or health.
• Help with transportation to appointments or activities.
• Collaborate with healthcare staff and team members to deliver holistic care.

Skills

English proficiency

Compassionate

Dependable

Driver's license

Job description

Direct Support Professional – Weekender

Crest Services | Chariton, IA Competitive Pay: $17/hour Start a rewarding career where your compassion truly matters. Join Crest Services as a Direct Support Professional (DSP) and make a difference in the lives of individuals with developmental disabilities, mental health conditions, and traumatic brain injuries.

Why Join Us?

• People First: Develop meaningful relationships with residents and staff members.
• Competitive Pay: $17.00/hr.
• Flexible Schedule: Part-Time opportunities available. Saturday: 7:30 AM – Sunday 7:30 AM (24-hour shift) OR Sunday: 7:30 AM – Monday 7:30 AM (24-hour shift).
• Supportive Team: We value our DSP's as much as our residents.
• Quick Hiring: Apply today and hear back within 48 hours.
• Additional Perks: Paid training and double-time pay for all hours worked on company-recognized holidays, and Employee Referral Bonuses.

What You’ll Do

• Support residents with daily living activities: bathing, dressing, meal prep, etc.
• Maintain a safe, clean, and respectful living environment.
• Monitor and report changes in behavior or health.
• Help with transportation to appointments or activities.
• Collaborate with healthcare staff and team members to deliver holistic care.

What You Need to Bring

• Age 21 or older.
• Valid driver’s license and insurance.
• Ability to understand, read, write, and speak English.
• Experience in a medical, caregiving, or healthcare setting preferred, but not required.
• Dependable, detail-oriented, and compassionate mindset.

To apply, please complete the required questionnaire. We accept applications on a rolling basis.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and are committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, ancestry, disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, veteran or military status, citizenship status, pregnancy (including childbirth, lactation, and related conditions), political affiliation, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. We are committed to providing an inclusive and accessible recruitment process. If you require accommodations during the interview process, please let us know. Reasonable accommodations will be provided upon request to ensure equal opportunity for all applicants. Applicants may be subject to a background check. Employees in this position must be able to satisfactorily perform the essential functions of the position. If requested, this organization will make every effort to provide reasonable accommodations to enable employees with disabilities to perform the position’s essential job duties. As markets change and the Organization grows, job descriptions may change over time as requirements and employee skill levels evolve. With this understanding, this organization retains the right to change or assign other duties to this position.