Part-Time Direct Support Professional — Paid Training

Community Options, Inc.; Council Bluffs (IA); On-site; USD 20,000 - 28,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Insurance Options

Paid Holidays

Generous PTO

Employee Incentive & Discount Programs

403b Retirement Plan

Career Growth Opportunities

Great coworkers/team

Tuition reduction

Job summary

Community Options, Inc. is hiring Part-Time, PRN Direct Support Professionals (DSP), Caregivers, Direct Care Staff, Home Health Aides in Council Bluffs, IA to provide person-centered support for individuals with developmental disabilities. No experience required—paid training provided.

Starting pay is $17.20 per hour. Responsibilities include direct care, daily routines, health monitoring, and community activities, with emphasis on safety and documentation.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Valid driver’s license with a satisfactory driving record.
• Ability to establish a comfortable and supportive relationship with individuals receiving supports.
• Ability to exercise good judgment and remain calm in crisis situations.
• Employment is contingent upon successful completion of background checks (criminal, central registry, child abuse registry) and drug testing.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct care to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
• Assist with daily routines including cleaning, cooking, feeding, medication administration, and maintaining personal hygiene.
• Monitor health and medical needs and report concerns.
• Assist with learning and development of independent and community-based skills.
• Participate in community, social, and recreational activities and transport to appointments.

Skills

Valid driver's license

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Community Options, Inc. is hiring Part-Time, PRN Direct Support Professionals (DSP), Caregivers, Direct Care Staff, Home Health Aides in Council Bluffs, IA to provide person-centered support for individuals with developmental disabilities. No experience required—paid training provided.

Starting pay is $17.20 per hour. Responsibilities include direct care, daily routines, health monitoring, and community activities, with emphasis on safety and documentation.