DSP (Direct Support Professional)

Progress Industries; Newton (IA); On-site; USD 19,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

403(b)

ADandD insurance

Dental insurance

Disability insurance

Employee assistance program

Health insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Paid training

Referral program

Retirement plan

Safety equipment provided

Tuition reimbursement

Vision insurance

Job summary

Progress Industries in Newton, IA is seeking a dedicated Direct Support Professional for Day Hab services. The role involves assisting individuals with developmental disabilities, including autism and Down syndrome, with personal hygiene and daily activities in their homes and community settings.

A valid driver's license is required, and no prior experience is necessary as training is provided. The position is full-time with a 10-hour day shift and no weekend work, offering comprehensive

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Driver's License required.
• No prior experience required; training provided.
• Background in working with individuals with developmental disabilities is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Travel to clients' homes and visit them in the community.
• Support consistent care for clients.
• Work with individuals in the community.
• Assist with personal hygiene as needed.

Skills

Driver's License

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

We are looking for a dedicated individual to fill our Day Hab position.

Driver's License is required.

No Experience necessary, training provided to all staff.

We are currently in need of an experienced and caring Direct Support Professional to help provide services for individuals with special needs. The ideal candidate will have a background in working with individuals with developmental disabilities, including autism, severe anxiety and depression, as well as Down syndrome. While the position will include cleaning chores, we're looking for candidates who are willing to go above and beyond by helping individuals with their personal hygiene. This may include assistance with personal hygiene tasks, helping them dress or even running daily errands.

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: $16.35 per hour

Responsibilities

• Be able to travel to client's home and visit them in the community.
• Understand the importance of a support staff that is consistent.
• Be able to work with individuals in the community.
• Have a high school diploma or GED.
• Have experience working with individuals with disabilities in a non-business setting.

Benefits

• 403(b)
• ADandD insurance
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Paid training
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
• Safety equipment provided
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule

• 10 hour shift
• Day shift
• No weekends