What are the responsibilities and job description for the Direct Support Professional (DSP) position at Optimae LifeServices?
Optimae values diversity and we encourage everybody, including those from traditionally overlooked identity groups, to apply.
Hiring Direct Support Professionals- Come join our Team!
Optimae LifeServices is hiring both part-time and full-time Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) for Dubuque. We are seeking positive, caring, dependable people to join our team! We have a variety of shifts available including: Overnight shifts (12am-8am), Day shifts (8am-4pm) and Evening Shifts (4pm-12am).
We value a work-life balance; each month Optimae collaborates with DSP's to create their monthly schedule. Staff are able to communicate scheduling needs and can identify days off (working every other weekend is required with the ability to identify which weekends each month work best for you).
Applicants should possess a willingness and desire to work with people experiencing Mental Illness, Intellectual, and Developmental Disabilities. If you want more than a job, join our team where you can make a difference!
Duties:
- Utilize our customer’s individualized service plans to teach daily living skills.
- Support our customer's in their living, social and learning environments.
- Support our customers to achieve the personal goals of their choice.
- Assist customers with managing and following through with appointments.
- Complete individual service documentation following Optimae’s policy and procedure.
- Participate in team meetings, trainings and personalized monthly coaching.
- Follow a customer specific behavioral plan.
- Communicate with team members.
We are looking for self-directed individuals with characteristics of compassion, respect, and problem solving skills. Flexible scheduling and no experience necessary, we will train.
Qualifications:
- · Be at least 18 years of age
- · High school diploma or equivalent, preferred
- · Licensed driver with a dependable vehicle and automobile insurance
- · Background check required which includes Child and Dependent Adult Abuse and driving record check
A Note Regarding Experience:
Are you excited about this role, but don't feel your past experience fits perfectly with every qualification in the job description? We encourage you to apply anyway. You may just be the right candidate to join the Optimae family!
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible schedule
- Mileage reimbursement
- Paid orientation
- Paid training
- Referral program
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- Day shift
- Evening shift
- Overnight shift
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Required)
Experience:
- Working with people with developmental disabilities: 1 year (Preferred)
License/Certification:
- Driver's License (Required)
Work Location: In person
