Direct Support Professional (DSP) - Emmetsburg

Hope Haven•Emmetsburg, IA

22d

About The Position

Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) support clients according to their individual goals and help ensure their physical, mental, emotional, and social needs are met. The role serves individuals with intellectual disabilities or chronic mental health conditions. DSPs provide support and training identified in each person’s service plan, assist with daily activities and personal care, and promote safety, self-management, and relationships with community members.

Requirements

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 Class C driver’s license.
Clearance from all applicable background checks required by service standards.
Reliable transportation.
Proof of state minimum liability insurance coverage.

Nice To Haves

High school graduate or GED/HSED (High School Equivalency Diploma) is preferred.

Responsibilities

Support the belief that individuals with disabilities can fully participate in societal roles alongside community members without disabilities.
Maximize opportunities for individuals to develop relationships with community members.
Provide support and training identified in the service plan and attend to individuals’ physical and mental needs, which 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 client logs, charts, and other documentation according to the service plan and regulations, at the end of the shift or within 24 hours with supervisor approval.
Support individuals in developing and following a daily activity schedule tailored to their needs.
Help individuals arrange necessary appointments and transportation, and ensure appropriate documentation is completed.
Promote personal safety and safety measures among team members and clients, and follow all safety procedures.

Benefits

Health insurance coverage by 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 Medical Leave Act).
Student Loan Forgiveness (PSLF Program).
BVU Partnership educational benefits.
Pay on Demand with Dayforce Wallet.