Direct Support Worker - PT

CARING HANDS & MORE LLC • Iowa City, IA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

As a Direct Support Professional (DSP) you make a genuine difference in the lives of the Individuals we serve. You will help advance their personal independence, dignity, and growth as you help to remove barriers to independence and inspire personal success. As a DSP, you will support individuals with disabilities by providing assistance to allow the individuals we serve to live more independently in a home environment by working with them to achieve their personal goals.

Requirements

• At least 18 years old
• At a minimum, a high school diploma or GED
• A passion for supporting others
• Respect for individual differences
• The ability to advocate for the best plan of action for the individuals we serve
• Sound judgment and good decision-making skills
• A willingness to adapt current skills and learn new skills and new ways to deliver services to the individuals we serve

Nice To Haves

• An acceptable driving record is preferred to assist individuals in the community

Responsibilities

• Assisting with meal planning, shopping, and preparation to further the goal of healthy eating
• Connecting individuals to activities in the community to support physical and mental health
• Providing encouragement and coaching to support individuals learning skills for daily living
• Assisting individuals with shopping in the community for personal wants and needs
• Supporting individuals with household tasks such as light cleaning, taking out trash, and laundry tasks
• Assisting individuals with medication needs (monitoring or distributing)
• Coaching individuals on financial management
• Monitoring the safety and security of the living environment
• Monitoring and oversight of internet/phone activities if they prove a safety concern
• Monitoring and providing support for snow removal and/or salting of walking surfaces during inclement weather
• Reporting any unsafe conditions to your Site Supervisor for remediation
• Listening to their wants and needs and assisting with practical guidance while respecting their autonomy and dignity
• Maintain professional boundaries as they perform the role of mentor for the individuals they serve
• Document the support you provide for each of the individuals you serve, including activities toward the advancement of goals, medication administration, monitoring and oversight provided, and reports of significant events
• Complete documentation before the end of each shift
• Work as a team with your supervisor and other DSPs to strategize the best plan to provide for the needs of all the individuals in the house

Benefits

• Growth opportunities: most higher-level SCL positions are filled from within
• Collaborative and respectful working relationships
• Skill development
• Many opportunities for training to support personal and professional growth and development

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 1-10 employees