Full Time - Direct Support Professional - Days Overlay - Fort Dodge, IA

One Vision • Fort Dodge, IA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

One Vision is seeking to hire a Full-Time Direct Support Professional (DSP) with a Days Overlay schedule. This position is located in our Fort Dodge, IA homes. The Days Overlay schedule is Wednesday from 6 am to 6 pm, and Thursday, Friday, and Saturday from 8:30 am to 4:30 pm. This new work schedule is designed to support work-life balance for our team members. We are looking for individuals who love supporting others to champion their choices for independence, breaking down barriers to build lasting relationships, working in an open and transparent environment, and providing innovative ways to support those we serve. If you have a desire to make a positive impact on people's lives, join our team!

Requirements

• Able to hear sounds to support and respond to individual needs.
• Effectively implement Mandt procedures per OV policy to appropriately respond to interfering behaviors.
• Comprehend and implement legible written and verbal instructions to complete required documentation and support individuals in completion of their activities of daily living.
• Utilize a computer or other electronic device to complete electronic documentation.
• Must be 18 years of age.
• High School Diploma or GED/ required.
• Valid Driver's license and proof of vehicle insurance.
• Requires physical activity bending, kneeling, stooping. With the ability to lift up to 50 pounds occasionally.
• Offer of employment is contingent upon pre-employment background check, and health screenings.
• Required to complete job training and certifications.
• This is a safety sensitive role.
• All offers are contingent on passing a background check and drug screen.

Responsibilities

• Support individuals with daily living skills including housekeeping, laundry, cooking, personal hygiene, and self-administration of medications.
• Learn individual differences in ability, personality, interests, learning, motivation, and likes and dislikes of persons supported.
• Encourage community engagement by driving the individuals you support to appointments and leisure activities in addition to supporting them with finances and grocery shopping.
• Adhere to guidelines for documentation including service documentation, healthcare notes, and communication laws.

What This Job Offers

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