Direct Support Professional (DSP) - Rock Valley
$33,800–$44,200 year
On-site · Rock Valley, Iowa, United States
Job Summary
Direct Support Professionals provide support to individuals with intellectual disabilities or chronic mental health conditions based on individual goals, which always include ensuring physical, mental, emotional, and social needs are met. Responsibilities include assisting with hygiene, bathing, toileting, escort, transition time, and mealtime assistance; teaching self-control and self-management skills; completing documentation (client logs, charts) by end of shift or within 24 hours; helping develop and carry out a tailored daily activity schedule; arranging necessary appointments and transportation; and promoting safety. Qualifications include HS diploma or GED/HSED, strong communication skills, ability to complete medication administration training, valid driver’s license, background checks, reliable transportation, and proof of liability insurance. Benefits include health insurance, life insurance, retirement plan with employer match, flexible spending accounts, PTO/TML, holidays, and additional voluntary benefits. Pay is hourly with a stated range of $16.25 to $21.25 per hour.
Required Qualifications
- High school graduate or GED/HSED (High School Equivalency Diploma) is preferred
- Good written and verbal communication skills and have basic computer skills
- Ability to exercise sound judgment in making decisions
- Ability to complete/pass required medication administration course
- Valid Class C driver’s license required
- Clearance from all applicable background checks as required by service standards
- Reliable transportation
- Provide proof of state minimum liability insurance coverage
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