Direct Support Specialist — Full-Time with Shift Differentials

State of Iowa - Executive Branch; Woodward (IA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

Retirement plans

Flexible spending accounts

Life insurance

Long-term disability insurance

Employee assistance program

Employee discount programs

Job summary

The State of Iowa, through HHS Division of State-Operated Specialty Care, invites applications for Direct Support Professionals at Woodward Resource Center in Woodward. No formal education or experience is required; comprehensive training is provided to support individuals in living independently.

This hands-on role involves personal care, daily routines and teaching skills toward individual goals. We offer full-time positions with shift differentials for 2nd and 3rd shifts, growth

Qualifications

• No specific education or experience is required.

Responsibilities

• Support individuals with daily living and independence skills
• Promote person-centered goals through Individual Support Plans through daily routines, teaching and reinforcing skills
• Help individuals build and maintain skills like communication, taking care of themselves and coping with difficult moments
• Use de-escalation techniques to help individuals through moments of frustration or aggression
• Maintain a safe, respectful environment and follow established procedures
• Document services, progress and share updates with the team supporting each person

Job description

The State of Iowa, through HHS Division of State-Operated Specialty Care, invites applications for Direct Support Professionals at Woodward Resource Center in Woodward. No formal education or experience is required; comprehensive training is provided to support individuals in living independently.

This hands-on role involves personal care, daily routines and teaching skills toward individual goals. We offer full-time positions with shift differentials for 2nd and 3rd shifts, growth