Direct Support Professional DSP - 3 day work week

Hills & Dales Child Development CenterDubuque, IA, US

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Job Description

Direct Support Professional -

Join Our Mission at Hills & Dales

Learn more about what we do and who we are by watching this short clip! https : / / www.youtube.com / watch?v=XoYiNf2a8f0

Average Pay : $20.71-22.75 per hour (blended between regular and premium pay rates).

About us :

Hills & Dales is a non-profit organization dedicated to building meaningful lives for individuals with disabilities. We are seeking passionate Direct Support Professionals to support children and adults with intellectual and physical disabilities. We support children and adults with complex medical and behavioral needs.

Full-Time Positions Available :

Work-Life Balance : Enjoy an average of 203 days off per year with a 3-day work week or 152 days off per year with a 4-day work week. 12-13 hour shifts.
Premium Pay : Earn 1.5 times the base wage for weekend hours.
Base Wage Range : $17.75-$19.50 per hour

HCBS - Community Based Group Homes ICF - Residential Facility

AVAILABLE SCHEDULES :

Wed, Fri, Sat 7AM-7PM (base - $18.25)

Wed, Fri, Sat 8AM-8PM (base - $18.25)

Thurs, Fri, Sat 8AM-8PM (base - $18.25)

Wed, Fri, Sat 9AM-9PM (base - $18.25)

Sun, Mon, Tue 8AM-8PM (base - $17.75)

Location : Dubuque, IA community homes

Open Schedule Option :

Sun, Mon, Wed (6AM-7PM) - base wage is $17.75

Sun, Mon, Tue (6AM-7PM) - base wage is $17.75

Thur (6AM-7PM), Fri, Sat (8AM-8PM) - base wage is $18.25

Thur, Fri, Sat (6AM-7PM) - base wage is $18.25

OVERNIGHT : Thur, Fri, Sat (7PM-7AM) - base wage is $18.25

OVERNIGHT : Wed, Fri Sat (6PM-6AM) - base wage is $18.25

Location : 1011 Davis St. Dubuque, IA 52001

About Hills & Dales

Hills and Dales is a non-profit dedicated to building meaningful lives for people with disabilities. Our Direct Support Professionals work in developing skills with clients in need of 24hr support. Our team members do it all; from helping someone get dressed and bath, to transporting and grocery shopping, to stopping by a concert and going fishing. The DSP is the personal assistant to someone in living their life. The work is very demanding, rewarding, and essential for our community to ensure ALL have access to a meaningful and dignified life. We hope that mission minded persons interested in opportunities for themselves and others will apply.

Responsibilities :

Provide personal care, including bathing, toileting, and hygiene support (lifting required with support of lifts).

Support exercise and mobility.

Document client progress toward personal goals.

Communicate and coordinate with teams to support clients effectively.

Monitor health and wellness.

Accompany clients to outings and events.

Support work-skills development.

Monitor environments for potential hazards and support clients in navigating these.

Assist clients in expressing their emotions appropriately and support challenging behavior when necessary.

Follow detailed dietary instructions.

Requirements :

Demonstrated concern for others and alignment with the mission of Hills & Dales.

Ability to assertively communicate and advocate for clients.

Reliable attendance and punctuality.

Ability to lift 35 lbs.

Successful completion of a criminal background check, drug screen, and driving record check.

ICF specific : Valid driver's license required

HCBS specific : - Valid driver's license, reliable personal vehicle, and valid insurance. AND High School diploma or equivalent.

Why Join Us :

This role offers a rewarding opportunity to make a positive impact on the lives of individuals with intellectual and physical disabilities. Our team is passionate, creative, and dedicated to fostering a supportive community environment.

Pay is based on experience, education, and any previous loyalty to H&D.

Offer contingent upon the succressful completetion of a criminal background check, dependernt adult and child abuse background check, and drug screen.

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Direct Support Professional Dsp • Dubuque, IA, US