Superimposed Hourly Direct Support Professional

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Superimposed Hourly Direct Support Professional

Des Moines Metro, IA

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Job Type

Full-time

Description

At Candeo we are looking for team members who are passionate and empathetic towards others and truly want to make a difference by caring and empowering those in need. Candeo is a non-profit that is focused on helping, supporting, and teaching people to live their best lives. We are committed to nurture an inclusive culture and a learning-based work environment to our employees. Apply now to learn more!

Job Type: Full Time 40

Schedule: Monday-Friday 8am-8pm availability

Pay Rate: $17.50

• What You Do:
• Build relationships
• Providing companionship, conversation, and engagement in activities
• Assisting with care needs (bathing, dressing, grooming, cooking, cleaning, eating)
• Administering medications
• Observing, documenting, and reporting data on daily activities
• Plan outings that you will be present at for support
• Providing support with hobbies, studies, and social activities
• Read, write, and execute directions
• Report changes in health and/or status of the client
• Respond to emergency situations
• Data entry, instant messaging, uploading documents
• Other duties as assigned
  
  

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED
• Experience with people with disabilities and/or mental health is preferable
• Valid Driver’s License
• Proof of Automobile Insurance
• Valid telephone number
• Valid address
• Internet, Email access, smartphone access
• Microsoft Teams access (Teams will need to be downloaded onto your phone or computer)
• High level of both written and verbal communication skills
• Be able to pass a motor vehicle record check and criminal background check
  
  

Skills or Proficiency Requirements

• Attention to detail, especially in following client Individual Support Plans
• Demonstrates integrity, trustworthiness, and reliability
• Able to demonstrate regular attendance and punctuality
• Demonstrates strong interpersonal skills such as compassion and sensitivity to client needs, while maintaining professional boundaries
• High level of literacy in spoken and written English
• Proficient in Microsoft software and applications
• Ability to transport clients in personal vehicle to support client needs
  
  

Work Environment

• Client home and community including but not limited to medical providers, retail stores, outdoor recreation, and indoor recreation
• Work and travel in all types of weather, including inclement weather
  
  

Travel

• During scheduled work hours
• Approved mileage and expenses are reimbursed
  
  

Physical Demands

• Bending, sitting, standing, twisting, reaching, driving, climbing stairs, climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl, talk or hear, taste or smell, lifting and carrying.
• Must be able to lift and carry various items when supporting clients; including groceries, supplies and to provide physical assistance to clients as indicated in the client Individual Support Plan
  
  

Equal Employment Opportunity: Candeo prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type and affords equal employment

opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Candeo conforms to the spirit as well as to the letter of all applicable laws and regulations.

Salary Description

17.50

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