Children's Direct Support Professional (DSP) - Storm Lake

Hope Haven Inc.•Storm Lake, IA

3h•Onsite

About The Position

Hope Haven is an accredited resource for disability services and advocacy, offering service programs and support to meet a broad range of needs for children, adults, and families – from physical, mental, and intellectual to residential, vocational, and spiritual. Direct Support Professionals (DSP) provide support to clients based on their individual goals, ensuring their physical, mental, emotional, and social needs are met. This position is suitable for individuals seeking their first job or a career change in Human Services, aiming to make a profound and positive difference daily. This specific role will serve clients in Respite services as On-Call status.

Requirements

High school graduate or ability to obtain GED/HSED (High School Equivalency Diploma) required for RBSCL, HBH, & My Day HAB services.
Good written and verbal communication skills and basic computer skills.
Ability to exercise sound judgment in making decisions.
Ability to complete/pass required medication administration course.
Valid Class C driver’s license required, unless driving a vehicle with a capacity of 8 or more, then a Class “D” license will be required and be an insurable driver with our insurance company.
Must pass a health assessment at time of hire and ability to maintain up to date health assessment as requested per regulations.
Clearance from all applicable background checks as required by service standards.
Reliable transportation.
Provide proof of state minimum liability insurance coverage.

Nice To Haves

High school graduate or ability to obtain GED/HSED (High School Equivalency Diploma) preferred (for services where not explicitly required).
BA degree in Human Services field preferred.

Responsibilities

Believe that individuals with a disability can fully participate in societal roles, alongside community members without disabilities, maximizing opportunities for the development of individual relationships with community members.
Provide support and training to individuals as identified in the service plan and assure individual’s physical and mental needs are being cared for, which may include hygiene, bathing/showering, toileting, escort, transition time, and mealtime assistance.
Teach self-control and self-management skills in accordance with departmental training.
Complete documentation requirements (client logs, charts) as determined by the Service Plan and regulations at the end of the shift or within 24 hours with supervisor approval.
Support individuals in developing and carrying out a daily schedule of activities tailored to meet the needs of the person being supported.
Assist individuals in arranging necessary appointments and transportation as needed and assure the appropriate documentation has been completed.
Promote personal safety and safety measures among team and clients being supported. Follow all safety procedures.
Be a TEAM PLAYER by promoting positive communication and working relationships with all team members and the community.

Benefits

Health Insurance coverage by Wellmark Blue Cross Blue Shield
Free $15,000 Term Life Insurance Policy
403B Retirement Plan with 8% employer match after one year
Flex Spending – put aside pretax dollars used for medical & dependent care reimbursement.
Supplemental Benefits: Accident, Critical Illness, Dental, Vision, Short Term Disability, Long Term Disability, and Voluntary Life.
Paid Time Off (PTO) and Temporary Medical Leave (TML)
Holidays based on status of employment
Bereavement Leave
Military Leave
Jury Duty
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
FMLA (Family Medical Leave Act)
Student Loan Forgiveness (PSLF Program)
BVU Partnership Educational Benefits
Pay on Demand with Dayforce Wallet