Impactful DSP: 3‑Day Week, Full‑Time Community Care

Hills & Dales; Dubuque (IA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Hills & Dales in Dubuque, IA is seeking Direct Support Professionals to help children and adults with intellectual and physical disabilities, including those with complex medical and behavioral needs. You will provide personal care, support mobility, document progress, and coordinate with interdisciplinary teams.

Shifts are full-time with a 3-day work week (12-13 hours), averaging 203 days off per year. Work locations include community homes, residential facilities, or shared day program

Qualifications

• Demonstrated care and compassion for others.
• Strong communication skills, especially with interdisciplinary teams.
• Reliable attendance and punctuality.
• Ability to lift up to 35 lbs as needed.

Responsibilities

• Provide personal care including bathing, toileting, and hygiene support.
• Support exercise and mobility activities.
• Document client progress toward personal goals accurately and timely.
• Communicate and coordinate with interdisciplinary teams to support clients effectively.
• Monitor health and wellness of clients.
• Accompany clients to outings, events, and community activities.
• Support development of work-related skills.
• Monitor environments for hazards and assist clients in navigating them.
• Assist clients in expressing emotions and support challenging behaviors when necessary.
• Follow dietary instructions and support nutritional needs.

Skills

Compassion

Communication

Dependability

Lifting capacity

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Hills & Dales in Dubuque, IA is seeking Direct Support Professionals to help children and adults with intellectual and physical disabilities, including those with complex medical and behavioral needs. You will provide personal care, support mobility, document progress, and coordinate with interdisciplinary teams.

Shifts are full-time with a 3-day work week (12-13 hours), averaging 203 days off per year. Work locations include community homes, residential facilities, or shared day program