My Day Direct Support Professional (DSP) - Spencer

Hope Haven • Spencer, IA

14d

About The Position

Hope Haven's Direct Support Professionals support clients according to their individual goals, ensuring their physical, mental, emotional, and social needs are met. The position offers an opportunity to begin or pursue a career in Human Services while making a positive difference in clients' lives. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 9:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.

Requirements

• High school graduate or possess a GED/HSED (High School Equivalency Diploma).
• 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 driver's license.
• Must pass a health assessment at hire and maintain an up-to-date health assessment as requested by regulations.
• Clearance from all applicable background checks required by service standards.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Physical strength and flexibility to assist individuals with indoor and outdoor maintenance.
• Physical mobility to walk, stoop, stand, sit, and climb steps.
• Physical strength to assist individuals with transfers in accordance with Hope Haven policy.
• Ability to maintain balance while moving, while being pushed or pulled, and to lower oneself to a half-squat position while keeping the back straight.

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 as identified in each service plan and ensure individuals' physical and mental needs are cared for, including assistance with hygiene, bathing or showering, toileting, escorting, transition time, and meals as needed.
• Teach self-control and self-management skills in accordance with departmental training.
• Complete required documentation, such as client logs and charts, as determined 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 daily activity schedules 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 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).
• Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) leave.
• Student Loan Forgiveness through the PSLF Program.
• BVU Partnership educational benefits.
• Pay on Demand with Dayforce Wallet.

What This Job Offers

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