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

Hope Haven • Storm Lake, IA

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About The Position

Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) support clients according to their individual goals and help ensure that their physical, mental, emotional, and social needs are met. The role is an opportunity to begin or continue a career in Human Services while making a positive difference in the lives of people supported by Hope Haven.

Requirements

• High school graduate or a GED/HSED (High School Equivalency Diploma).
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Basic computer skills.
• Ability to exercise sound judgment in making decisions.
• Ability to complete and pass the required medication administration course.
• Valid driver's license.
• Must pass a health assessment at the time of hire and maintain an up-to-date health assessment as requested under regulations.
• Clearance from all applicable background checks required by service standards.
• Reliable transportation.
• Proof of state minimum liability insurance coverage.
• Physical ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Physical strength and flexibility to assist individuals with indoor and outdoor maintenance.
• Physical mobility to walk, stoop, stand, sit, and climb steps.
• Physical strength to assist individuals with transfers in accordance with Hope Haven policy.
• Ability to maintain balance while moving or being pushed or pulled, and to lower oneself to a half-squat position while keeping the back straight.

Responsibilities

• Support and train individuals as identified in their service plans, ensuring their physical and mental needs are cared for. Support may include hygiene, bathing or showering, toileting, escorting, transition time, and mealtime assistance.
• Teach self-control and self-management skills in accordance with departmental training.
• Complete required documentation, including client logs and charts, as determined by the service plan and regulations, at the end of the shift or within 24 hours with supervisor approval.
• Help individuals develop and carry out daily activity schedules tailored to their needs.
• Assist individuals with arranging necessary appointments and transportation, and ensure appropriate documentation is completed.
• Promote personal safety and safety measures among the team and individuals receiving support, and follow all safety procedures.
• Maximize opportunities for individuals to develop relationships with community members and participate in societal roles alongside people without disabilities.

Benefits

• Health insurance through Wellmark Blue Cross Blue Shield.
• Free $15,000 term life insurance policy.
• 403(b) retirement plan with an 8% employer match after one year.
• Flexible spending for pretax medical and dependent-care reimbursement.
• Supplemental accident, critical illness, dental, vision, short-term disability, long-term disability, and voluntary life benefits.
• Paid time off (PTO) and temporary medical leave (TML).
• Holidays based on employment status.
• Bereavement leave.
• Military leave.
• Jury duty leave.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• FMLA (Family and Medical Leave Act).
• Student Loan Forgiveness (PSLF Program).
• BVU Partnership educational benefits.
• Pay on Demand with Dayforce Wallet.

What This Job Offers

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