Direct Support Professional - Waukon Area

POSITION: Direct Support Professional (Life Skills Coach (LSC)) positions in Waukon, Iowa areas.

As a Life Skills Coach (LSC-1) you'll provide crucial direct care services for deserving dependent adults. You will help our clients achieve their selected goals by performing various services that are client-focused and client-driven. Our staff provide empathy and respect to individuals while working in a team dynamic to ensure the best possible care. Assisting the clients to make progress towards their overall goal is the ultimate reward!

RESPONSIBILITIES
- Provide direct support to individuals in the Waukon area, assisting with activities of daily living (ADLs) and caregiving tasks.
- Utilize strong communication skills to effectively interact with individuals, their families, and other team members.
- Implement behavior management techniques to support individuals, ensuring a safe and nurturing environment.
- Collaborate with healthcare professionals and social workers to coordinate care plans and ensure holistic support.
- Assist with medication administration and data collection as needed.
- Drive individuals to appointments and activities, providing safe and reliable transportation.
- Maintain a high standard of care and professionalism in all interactions, upholding the values of the organization and promoting a positive work environment.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Must be 18 in age
• High School Diploma
• Favorable driving record
• Full range of body motion, manual dexterity and normal range of vision and hearing
• Pass a background check, physical, TB test, & drug screen

SCHEDULE OPTIONS:

• LSC-1, Full-time (with benefits): 2nd Shift position for Waukon, Iowa area. 8-hour shift. 32-40 hours per week. Around 180 days off each year! Overtime available on occasion.
• LSC-1, Part-time (with some benefits): 2nd Shift position. 16-24 hours per week. Extra hours available on occasion.
• LSC-1, Part-time (with some benefits): Night Shift position. 16-24 hours per week. Extra hours available on occasion.
• Fill-in: Must work at least 16 hours per month (but no more than 29 hours per week on the average). Great for those wanting a flexible second job or to work around a busy schedule! No benefits.

WAGES & DIFFERENTIALS

• Wages start at $15.00/hour!
• Credit for any previous work experience and education!

BENEFITS

• Health Benefits package (full-time): Affordable Iowa-Network (HMO) Health Insurance options through Wellmark BC/BS: $1,500, $2,000, $3,000, $8,000 and $16,100 deductible options available. Wellmark Blue Cross Blue Shield Dental Insurance. Unum or Avesis Vision Insurance options. Coverage for all insurances available in as little as 1 to 2 months. Monthly premium pricing is available upon request. Life Insurance up to $20k and is free for all full-time staff!
• Benefits (part-time): Tax-sheltered Retirement Plan with up to 3% match, Flex Spending, Paid Time Off (available to use after just 90 days, accrue up to 160 hours a year, and option to sell back excess PTO), Sick Leave, Employee Assistance Program, Paid Training, Tuition Assistance/Reimbursement, Gym Membership Reimbursement, Holiday Savings Account (aka, Christmas Club) & Supplemental Insurance.
• Additional Benefits (full-time): Tax-sheltered Retirement Plan with up to 3% match, Flex Spending, Paid Time Off (available to use after just 90 days, accrue up to 160 hours a year, and option to sell back excess PTO), Sick Leave, Employee Assistance Program, Paid Training, Tuition Assistance/Reimbursement, Gym Membership Reimbursement, Holiday Savings Account (aka, Christmas Club) & Supplemental Insurance.

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Check us out online: www.InspiringLivesIowa.org or on Facebook @InspiringLivesIowa

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $15.45 - $20.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 403(b)
• 403(b) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible schedule
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Mileage reimbursement
• Paid time off
• Paid training
• Parental leave
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Application Question(s):

• What is your ideal work schedule? Do you want full-time or fill-in?
• Will you be able to reliably commute or relocate to Waukon, Iowa for these jobs?

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Required)

Shift availability:

• Day Shift (Preferred)
• Overnight Shift (Preferred)
• Night Shift (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $15 - $20