Empowering Direct Support Specialist

Candeoiowa; Des Moines, Northern (IA, KY); Hybrid; USD 15,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay $15.00/hr day shift

Overnight shift premium

Full-time opportunities

Des Moines area roles

Job summary

Candeo Iowa seeks compassionate caregivers to join our team in Des Moines and surrounding areas. You will create a safe, supportive environment for clients, assist with daily tasks, and help promote independence across multiple home sites.

Responsibilities include medication management support, appointment scheduling, and thorough documentation. We value empathy, reliability, and a collaborative approach to client care in a flexible, full-time setting.

Qualifications

• Empathy and compassion to understand and support clients' needs.
• Patience to stay calm in challenging situations.
• Strong verbal and written communication with clients, families, and team.
• Ability to think critically and resolve conflicts or emergencies.
• Flexibility to adjust to changing client needs and situations.
• Meticulous in maintaining accurate records and following care plans.
• Ability to collaborate with other professionals and support staff.
• Capable of working unsupervised and making sound decisions.
• Strong time management to schedule and document appointments.

Responsibilities

• Create a safe, supportive, and encouraging environment for clients.
• Assist clients with daily tasks such as self-care, medication management, meal preparation, and housekeeping.
• Support clients in developing decision-making skills and building independence.
• Help clients schedule and attend appointments.
• Complete required documentation regarding client support and progress.
• Understand and implement Individual Support Plans (ISPs).
• Promote client participation in community activities and social networks.
• Manage conflicts and emergency situations with professionalism.
• Identify and address potential health and safety risks.
• Support multiple clients from multiple sites/homes.

Skills

Empathy

Patience

Communication

Problem Solving

Adaptability

Attention to Detail

Teamwork

Independence

Organizational Skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Candeo Iowa seeks compassionate caregivers to join our team in Des Moines and surrounding areas. You will create a safe, supportive environment for clients, assist with daily tasks, and help promote independence across multiple home sites.

Responsibilities include medication management support, appointment scheduling, and thorough documentation. We value empathy, reliability, and a collaborative approach to client care in a flexible, full-time setting.