Direct Support Professional I (Homes)

Imagine The Possibilities•Jefferson, IA

20d•Onsite

About The Position

Direct Support Professionals provide home and community-based services that help people with functional, cognitive, physical, or mental health needs live in settings that honor their abilities. As part of the care team, the Direct Support Professional collaborates with other Direct Support Professionals, Programmers, Supervisors, individuals served, and their families to provide person-centered support and carry out behavioral care plans. The role focuses on helping individuals pursue goals, build skills, promote independence, and participate in recreational and community activities. The position includes hands-on support in home and community settings, assistance with daily living and mobility, transportation, safety monitoring, and medication administration and documentation. Employees complete accurate, timely, Iowa Code-compliant documentation in Setworks, follow agency policies and procedures, attend required training, and communicate concerns through appropriate channels. The role may involve working weekends and holidays and supporting individuals with challenging emotional or physical behaviors.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Valid driver’s license and ability to drive and transport individuals as needed.
Must be able to work in the United States without sponsorship.
For Supported Community Living (SCL) settings, must be at least 16 years old; for Habilitation (HAB) settings, must be at least 18 years old.
Strong communication abilities.
Adaptability and willingness to learn.
Ability to balance confidence and humility, advocate for others, and follow leadership appropriately.
Ability to remain awake during working hours.
Ability to assist with transfers; lifting may be required up to 35 pounds. Lifting more than 35 pounds requires a two-person lift, mechanical lift, or assistive equipment.
Ability to walk and stand for up to eight hours, bend, stoop, and stretch frequently, and drive for up to eight hours as required.
Ability to work in various climatic conditions and with challenging emotional or physical behaviors.
Ability to see objects at a distance and close work, hear conversations and distinguish sound sources and signals, and communicate through speech.

Responsibilities

Collaborate with the HCBS Supervisor and Programmer to develop individualized goals.
Provide person-centered direct support focused on teaching skills, promoting independence, and encouraging recreational and community participation.
Use approved behavioral strategies while respecting rights restrictions as outlined by the interdisciplinary team and individual service plans.
Complete accurate, timely, Iowa Code-compliant documentation in Setworks, recording and submitting required service details, interventions, and individual responses daily.
Provide hands-on support in home and community settings, including daily living assistance, transportation, mobility support, safety monitoring, and respect for property.
Encourage individual choice and independence.
Administer and document medications according to the six rights.
Follow agency policies and procedures and complete required training.
Maintain reliable attendance, including weekends and holidays.
Communicate concerns and updates through appropriate channels.