Jobs · Healthcare · Iowa

Direct Support Professional

Sevita · Council Bluffs, IA · 5 days ago
Healthcare$18/hrFull-time

About the role

Empower individuals to achieve their personal and developmental goals, from budgeting and nutrition to community involvement and recreation. Build meaningful connections—become a trusted mentor, advocate, and friend to those you support. Take initiative and make a difference every day, with the trust and support of leaders who value your ideas. Champion inclusion: Help people access their communities, attend events, and pursue their favorite activities. Support daily living: Assist with meal prep, medication, personal care, and outings—helping participants enjoy life to the fullest. Show your community compassion and patience: In addition to assisting in general daily living skills, some of our exceptional individuals will also need help with personal hygiene. Some individuals may also have behavioral challenges and other complex needs.

Responsibilities

  • Empower individuals to achieve their personal and developmental goals, from budgeting and nutrition to community involvement and recreation.
  • Build meaningful connections—become a trusted mentor, advocate, and friend to those you support.
  • Take initiative and make a difference every day, with the trust and support of leaders who value your ideas.
  • Champion inclusion: Help people access their communities, attend events, and pursue their favorite activities.
  • Support daily living: Assist with meal prep, medication, personal care, and outings—helping participants enjoy life to the fullest.
  • Show your community compassion and patience: In addition to assisting in general daily living skills, some of our exceptional individuals will also need help with personal hygiene. Some individuals may also have behavioral challenges and other complex needs.

Requirements

  • Must be at least 18 years old.
  • Education: High School Diploma or equivalent, and must be able to provide proof.
  • Vehicle: Access to a registered vehicle with you during all shifts to transport individuals.
  • Auto Insurance: Must be able to provide proof of insurance.
  • Driver's License: Valid Driver's license for at least one year without restrictions – cannot accept learner’s permit or intermediate license.
  • Successful clearance of background check.

Qualifications

  • Must be able to provide proof of high school diploma or equivalent education.
  • Must have a valid driver's license for at least one year without restrictions.
  • Must be able to provide proof of auto insurance.
  • Must successfully complete a background check.

Skills

  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information.
  • Knowledge of basic first aid and CPR.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
  • Flexibility to adapt to changing situations and environments.

Benefits

  • On-demand pay/daily pay.
  • Full medical, dental, vision, PTO, holiday pay, and 401(k) with company match for full-time (32+ hours/week).
  • Growth opportunities: Build your leadership skills with training, mentorship, and nationwide career paths.
  • Recognition & rewards: Referral bonuses and a supportive team that celebrates your contributions.

Pay

  • $18.00/hr

Schedule

  • On-demand pay/daily pay.

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