Direct Support Worker - Adult Services

Paycom - ATS; Iowa City (IA); On-site; USD 29,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Paycom - ATS seeks a Direct Support Worker to assist individuals with disabilities in a home living environment, promoting independence, safety, and community participation.

You will help with daily living tasks, personal care, meal planning, medication assistance, and documentation, while maintaining confidentiality and professionalism.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old and have a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Previous experience in direct support services or caregiver roles is preferable.
• Ability to read, write and follow a written Individual Plan of Care.
• Effective verbal, written, and interpersonal skills.
• Maintains professionalism and confidentiality with clients, staff, and stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Provide support to individuals with daily living tasks and personal care.
• Assist with medication management according to policy and reports changes to supervisor.
• Support community engagement and activities to promote health and well-being.
• Document care provided and complete required forms for client records.
• Promote safety and infection control practices in the care environment.

Skills

Active listening

Verbal communication

Interpersonal skills

Confidentiality

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

The Direct Support Worker provides support to individuals with disabilities, helping them live independently, safely, and actively in the community. This position will assist individuals in a home living environment with daily tasks, personal care, medication management, and community engagement activities designed to achieve their personal goals.ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIESInteracts with individuals regularly, listening and appropriately responding to their concerns.Connect individuals to activities within the community to support physical and mental health needs.Provide encouragement and coaching in support of learning and daily living skills.Assist individuals with shopping for personal needs and desires.Coach individuals on sound financial management decisions.Assist with meal planning, shopping, and food preparation to achieve healthy eating goals.Perform routine procedures to maintain flexibility such as range of motion exercises and assistance in ambulation.Performs personal care activities, including but not limited to:Bathing and shampooingSkin care/nail careOral hygieneShavingDressingPerforms a variety of household services essential to health care including:Meal preparation/feedingBasic laundryIntermediate housekeeping, trash removal, and general cleaningAssists in the administration of medications that are ordinarily self-administered according to company policy.Reports any observed or reported changes in the client's condition and/or needs to the supervisor.Document all care provided and completes the forms required for the client's records.Enter and submit the appropriate records to document care given and pertinent observations.Promotes personal safety and a safe environment for clients by observing infection control practices.Demonstrates safe practice in the use of equipment and notifies supervisor of educational needs.Effectively communicates with all members of the interdisciplinary team through verbal reports, participation in staff meetings, and team conferences, as requested.Must be at least 18 years of age and possess a minimum of a high school diploma or equivalency. Previous experience direct support services or caregiver role is preferable. Additional requirements include:A passion to support others while respecting individual differencesAbility to read, write and follow a written Individual Plan of CareEffective verbal, written, and interpersonal skillsDemonstrated ability to maintain professionalism and confidentiality with clients, staff members, agency leadership, and outside stakeholdersBasic to intermediate computer skillsMaintain a valid driver’s license, auto insurance, and reliable vehicle