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Hours Full-time, Part-time
Location Davenport, IA
Davenport, Iowa

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Direct Support Professional-Davenport( Job Number: 1400013L) Primary Location United States-IA-IADavenport
Description

Every person needs the support of others, but we look for very special people to support individuals with intellectual disabilities, brain injury and other complex needs. As a Direct Support Professional (DSP) with REM Iowa Community Services you’ll be one of those special people.

DSPs are the link to the community for those they serve. For some, they may be the eyes of those unable to see, or the voice for those who can’t speak. For others, they are friend, cheerleader and subtle support on the path to one’s true potential.

For REM Iowa Community Services and The MENTOR Network the DSP is one of the most exemplary reflections of the wonderful mission driven work we do here every day. The people that carry out this rewarding, care giving support play an integral and crucial role in the success of our organization.

To that end, the DSP also happens to be one of the best places to start in our company with a myriad of career options to move up and across the organization. We in fact have many success stories from people at all levels that started out in the DSP role.

Whether you have previous experience in this capacity or this just sounds like the type of career path you would like to pursue…we want to hear from you!

REM Iowa Community Services is seeking Direct Support Professionals/Caregivers to provide assistance to individuals with intellectual disabilities, brain injury and other complex needs in a community-based setting. DSPs provide assistance with daily activities such as meal preparation and planning; medication administration; and personal care. DSPs may also facilitate community involvement by accompanying individuals on outings in the community or providing transportation to work or other activities. In addition, DSPs support therapeutic and behavioral plans in partnership with clinical staff to enhance the quality of life for those we support.

Qualifications

Requirements:

  • High school diploma or GED
  • Must be 18 years of age
  • Valid driver’s license in good standing
  • Car registration and vehicle insurance if providing transportation for individuals receiving services
  • Six months of experience in human services preferred
  • Successful clearance of local and/or state background checks

EOE/AAE