Direct Support Professional (DSP) - Algona

Hope Haven Inc. • Algona, IA

7d • $16 - $21

About The Position

Hope Haven is an accredited resource for disability services and advocacy, offering programs and support to children, adults, and families with a broad range of needs. Direct Support Professionals 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.

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) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support individuals’ participation in societal roles and maximize opportunities for developing relationships with community members.
• Provide support and training identified in each individual’s service plan, and help meet physical and mental needs, including 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, such as client logs and charts, as specified 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 their needs.
• Assist individuals with arranging 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 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 reimbursements.
• 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 employment status.
• Bereavement leave.
• Military leave.
• Jury duty leave.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) leave.
• Student Loan Forgiveness through the PSLF Program.
• BVU Partnership educational benefits.
• Pay on Demand with Dayforce Wallet.
• Competitive compensation and scheduling.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed