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Direct Support Professional I

Direct Support Professional I

imagine the PossibilitiesStrawberry Point, Iowa, United States
6 hours ago
Job type
  • Full-time
  • Part-time
Job description

This role operates in a Home and Community-Based Services (HCBS) Setting, defined as medical, social, and supportive services for Iowans with functional, cognitive, and other physical or mental health needs (Iowa Health & Human Services). Rather than institutionalizing individuals who have these physical and mental health needs, HCBS settings provide these individuals with the opportunity to live and receive services in a way honoring to them and their abilities.

Direct Support Professionals are the heartbeat of what we do at Imagine the Possibilities

empowering people to reach individual achievement across the spectrum of life. If youre passionate about empowering people to reach their goals and help them strive for more, we want you to join our team. As an integral part of the overall care team, you will collaborate with other Direct Support Professionals, Programmers, Supervisors, individuals-served, and their families to ensure the best possible care for those you serve. You will fulfill an individuals behavioral care plan by creatively strategizing the best way for each individual to reach and exceed their goals. Your innovative and impactful solutions and strategies will make the difference for those you serve.

What Winning Looks Like :

While its not a competition, we do recognize that each person wants to win at life; and youre a central part of someone elses wins as well as your own In this role, youll be responsible to :

Collaborate with the HCBS Supervisor and HCBS Programmer to develop goals for the individual served.

Provide services to individuals based on their unique goals and behavioral care plan. This includes :

o Teaching individuals how to accomplish their goal (rather than completing a task for them).

o Using behavioral strategies that support individuals and address any behaviors that do not lead to their success.

o Motivate and encourage individuals to participate in their behavioral care plans and reach their goals.

o Participate in recreational, community, and social activities with those you serve, honoring the choices of the individual.

o Display and understanding of when it is appropriate to apply rights-restrictions, only as determined by the interdisciplinary team and when indicated in the individuals behavioral care plan.

Provide complete, consistent, and accurate documentation of the individuals progress.

Provide safe environments and instruction to individuals served regarding the practices that will help them reach their goals.

Provide care to individuals that help them present their best selves to the community. This may include helping with hygienic needs, choosing appropriate clothing, administering medication, and ensuring they have food options suitable for their dietary needs.

Be an advocate for individuals receiving services to have as much control over their own lives as possible. All individuals should be treated with respect and should feel empowered to live their life as independently as physically possible.

Know Were For You :

We know finding the right opportunity can be tricky

thats why Imagine is focused on making sure your time is well spent. We take pride in the benefits we offer our employees. As an employee, youll have access to a variety of benefits that are sure to sweeten the deal. Depending on your full-time or part-time status, youll have access to :

Competitive Wages : The base pay is $17 / hour. With education and experience, you could start out making more than that.

Flexible Scheduling : Were a 24 / 7 service provider, so we have all sorts of opportunities that will fit your schedule.

Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) : We all deserve a break now and then

dont feel bad about taking time for you.

401k Retirement Plan : Secure your future with a cushioned fund that will allow you to live your best life.

Comprehensive Insurance Plans : Whether its medical, dental, vision, or life insurance

weve got you covered.

Pre-Paid Legal Services : Be prepared for the things you just cant be prepared for on your own.

Discounted Costco or Sams Club Memberships : What can we say? We know a great deal when we see one.

Advancement Opportunities : We believe in your future, which is why we have a specifically designed leadership development opportunity purposed to launch your career.

Employee Assistance Program : Were there for you through all lifes ups and downs.

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