Job Description
Job DescriptionDescription:
Direct Support Professional
City: Fairfield, IA · Type: Full-time, Part-time · Openings: 2 · Pay field: $13 to $16 per hour
We have two openings for Direct Support Professionals in Fairfield: one full-time evening schedule and one part-time daytime schedule. Both support adults with disabilities in a home setting, where you'll help with daily routines, build trust, and make each day a little more independent for the people you serve.
Shifts available
• Full-time, evenings: Tuesday to Friday, 4 p.m. to 10:30 p.m., plus Saturday, 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. That is about 38 hours a week, with Sunday and Monday off
• Part-time, days: Tuesday and Wednesday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., plus every other Saturday, 8 a.m. to midnight. That is about 16 hours some weeks and up to 32 on Saturday weeks
What you'll do
• Help with meals, personal care, and household routines
• Support community activities, appointments, and skill building
• Keep clear, accurate notes for every shift
What you'll bring
• Reliability and a patient, respectful approach
• The ability to pass background checks
• High school diploma or GED and a valid driver's license
Pay: $13 to $16 per hour.
Requirements:
Qualifications/Requirements:
- High school education or equivalent; experience working with people with disabilities preferred.
- Must possess bask knowledge of computers and computer-based programs.
- Satisfactory results on background checks pertaining to criminal and abuse registries.
- Able to lift a minimum of 40 pounds without restrictions.
- Successfully complete all new hire orientation checklist.
- Satisfactory attend all required trainings by agency.
- Successfully complete the established medication administration training and observe pass medications accordingly.
- Must have access to a telephone.
- Must have valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, and personal auto insurance as required by the State of Iowa and be insurable under the company’s insurance.