Adult Caregiver - Direct Support

CARING HANDS & MORE LLC • Iowa City, IA

8d • Onsite

About The Position

As a Direct Support Professional (DSP) you make a genuine difference in the lives of the Individuals we serve. You will help advance their personal independence, dignity, and growth as you help to remove barriers to independence and inspire personal success.

Requirements

• At least 18 years old
• A minimum, a high school diploma or GED
• A passion for supporting others, respect for individual differences, and the ability to advocate for the best plan of action for the individuals we serve are the most important requirements of this position.
• Sound judgment and good decision-making skills are extremely important.
• A willingness to adapt current skills and learn new skills and new ways to deliver services to the individuals we serve is crucial to personal and professional growth.

Nice To Haves

• An acceptable driving record is preferred to assist individuals in the community.

Responsibilities

• Support individuals with disabilities by providing assistance to allow the individuals we serve to live more independently in a home environment by working with them to achieve their personal goals.
• Assisting with meal planning, shopping, and preparation to further the goal of healthy eating.
• Connecting individuals to activities in the community to support physical and mental health.
• Providing encouragement and coaching to support individuals learning skills for daily living.
• Assisting individuals with shopping in the community for personal wants and needs.
• Supporting individuals with household tasks such as light cleaning, taking out trash, and laundry tasks.
• Assisting individuals with medication needs (monitoring or distributing).
• Coaching individuals on financial management.
• Provide safety support, which may include monitoring the safety and security of the living environment, monitoring and oversight of internet/phone activities if they prove a safety concern, monitoring and providing support for snow removal and/or salting of walking surfaces during inclement weather, and reporting any unsafe conditions to your Site Supervisor for remediation.
• Communication with the individuals we serve, listening to their wants and needs and assisting with practical guidance while respecting their autonomy and dignity.
• Maintain professional boundaries as they perform the role of mentor for the individuals they serve.
• Document the support provided for each of the individuals served, including activities toward the advancement of goals, medication administration, monitoring and oversight provided, and reports of significant events. Documentation must be completed before the end of each shift.

Benefits

• Growth opportunities: most higher-level SCL positions are filled from within.
• Collaborative and respectful working relationships
• Simple IRA with up to 3% agency match
• Health, Dental, and Vision insurance for all full-time staff with the agency paying 75% of the premium
• Personal Paid Time off
• Skill development: The skills you learn at CHAM apply to all parts of life. These skills include effective communication, creative problem-solving, and collaboration with diverse teams.
• CHAM provides many opportunities for training to support personal and professional growth and development.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED