Direct Support Specialist — Part-Time & Empower Others

Goodwill-Industries-of-Northeast-Iowa,-Inc.; Dubuque (IA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 26,000; Part time

Job summary

Goodwill Industries of Northeast Iowa, Inc. in Dubuque, IA seeks a part-time program assistant. You will train, supervise, advise, and monitor participants per their plans, while maintaining strong communication with internal and external customers.

The role involves crisis intervention as needed and upholding the agency's IMPACT values. You must have a high school diploma or GED, plus CPR/First Aid and Medication Management certification within 6 months.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• CPR/First Aid and Medication Management certification within 6 months of starting.
• Effective written and verbal communication required.
• Ability to instruct persons with disabilities.
• Reliable transportation and valid driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Assist participants with developing strategies and responsibilities.
• Encourage participants to achieve goals based on needs and strengths.
• Provide information about community resources and self-advocacy.
• Transport participants to appointments, events, and activities.
• Ensure access to resources and coordinate as needed.
• Assess participants to identify needs and support capabilities.
• Maintain documentation following guidelines and systems.
• Submit documentation timely and maintain ethics with participants and families.

Skills

Effective communication

Instruct persons with disabilities

Ability to adapt

Computer proficiency

Reliable cellphone

Confidential information handling

Positive attitude

Loyalty to mission

Reliable transportation

Good judgment and initiative

Education

High school diploma or GED

CPR/First Aid certification within 6 months

Medication Management certification within 6 months

Job description

Goodwill Industries of Northeast Iowa, Inc. in Dubuque, IA seeks a part-time program assistant. You will train, supervise, advise, and monitor participants per their plans, while maintaining strong communication with internal and external customers.

The role involves crisis intervention as needed and upholding the agency's IMPACT values. You must have a high school diploma or GED, plus CPR/First Aid and Medication Management certification within 6 months.