Direct Support Professional (DSP)

Direct Support Professional

City: Bloomfield, IA · Type: Part-time · Openings: 1 · Pay field: $13 to $16 per hour

If you like to start early and be done by mid-afternoon, this part-time Direct Support Professional opening in Bloomfield is built for you. Shifts run 6 a.m. to 3 p.m. on two or three days a week, so your afternoons and evenings stay free for family, school, or a second job. You'll support adults with disabilities in a home setting, helping each person start the day well.

Shifts available

• Week 1: Monday and Friday, 6 a.m. to 3 p.m., about 18 hours

• Week 2: Friday, Saturday, and Sunday, 6 a.m. to 3 p.m., about 27 hours

• The two-week pattern repeats

What you'll do

• Support morning routines, meals, and personal care

• Help with household tasks, errands, and activities

• Keep clear, accurate notes for every shift

What you'll bring

• Early-morning reliability and a caring, patient approach

• The ability to pass background checks

• High school diploma or GED and a valid driver's license

Pay: $13 to $16 per hour.

Pay and benefits

• Pay: see the range above.

• Full-time benefits: health, dental, vision, Aflac, paid time off, sick time, holidays, retirement account, paid training.

• Part-time benefits: Aflac and retirement account.

• Paid training provided: Mandatory reporter, TBI, CPR, CPI-NCI, and more.

About First Resources Corp

First Resources Corp. is a private, non-profit agency providing a variety of services throughout Southeast Iowa. First Resources Corp. (FRC) opened its doors in September 1987 as a not-for-profit agency serving people with disabilities. Since that time, services have expanded but still serve the same mission.

First Resources Corp is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, or any other protected status. Employment depends on passing background checks.

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.