Direct Support Professional -12-hour Night shift -7pm-7am- Daily - Full-time / Part-time

pDescription/ppWe are seeking strongcompassionate and dedicated/strong individuals to join our team. We are committed to nurture a supportive, inclusive and a learning-based work environment to our employees. In this role, you will create a safe, positive, and encouraging environment for our clients, supporting them in various tasks while promoting their independence. Your responsibilities will include assisting with self-care, medication compliance, night routines, housekeeping, and more. You will also help clients develop decision-making skills, schedule and attend appointments, and engage in their community.br/strongWhy Join Us?/strong/pulliMake a meaningful impact in the lives of our clients./liliWork in a highly Inclusive, supportive and collaborative environment./liliApproachable leadership/liliOpportunities for professional growth and development./li/ulpstrongIntroducing our new work schedule/strong: 12-hour shifts with a 3 or 4-day work week. This allows for full-time work with up to 16 days off per month! You can enjoy more than half the year off while still working full-time. Additionally, we allow and encourage you to pick up extra shifts./ppbr/strongJob Types:/strong Full Time, PRN/ppbr//ppbr//ppstrongPay:/strong * Average Pay $13.61 for 3 days shift with one weekend day (strongWeekdays $11.67 /hour- /strongamp; Premium paystrong Weekends $17.50/hour)/strong/ppbr//pp* emThis pay range represents Candeo's average range for this role at the time of posting based on 3 days schedule (2 weekdays amp; 1 weekend). Compensation offered will depend on various factors, including, but not limited to, Number days works amp; shift type./em/ppbr//ppstrongWe have several shifts and schedules to meet your needs…/strongustrongthese are general options :/strong/u/pullistrongShifts/strong:/li/ulpNight : 7:00pm - 7:00am/ppbr//pullistrong12-hour work shifts/strong allow for full-time work and full- time benefits and have more days off per month!/li/ulpstrongWhat You Do:/strong/pulliBuild relationships/liliProviding companionship, conversation, and engagement in activities/liliAssisting with care needs (bedtime routine, eating, cooking etc)/liliAdministering medications/liliObserving, documenting, and reporting data on daily activities/liliProviding support with hobbies, studies/liliRead, write, and execute directions/liliReport changes in health and/or status of the client/liliRespond to emergency situations/liliData entry, instant messaging, uploading documents/liliOther duties as assigned/li/ulpbr//ppRequirements/ppustrongRequired Behavioral Skills and Soft Skills:/strong/u/pullistrongEmpathy and Compassion:/strong Ability to understand and share the feelings of others, providing emotional support and encouragement/lilistrongPatience:/strong Ability to remain calm and patient, especially in challenging situations./lilistrongCommunication Skills:/strong Strong verbal and written communication skills to interact effectively with clients, families, and team members./lilistrongProblem-Solving Skills:/strong Ability to think critically and resolve conflicts or emergencies efficiently./lilistrongAdaptability:/strong Flexibility to adjust to changing client needs and situations./lilistrongAttention to Detail:/strong Meticulous in maintaining accurate records and following care plans./lilistrongTeamwork:/strong Ability to collaborate with other professionals and support staff./lilistrongIndependence:/strong Capable of working unsupervised and making sound decisions./lilistrongOrganizational Skills:/strong Strong ability to manage time, appointments, and documentation effectively./li/ulpustrongQualifications:/strong/u/pullistrongEducation:/strong High School Diploma or GED required./liliExperience in working with individuals with disabilities and strongmental health/strong/lilistrongLicenses/Requirements:/strong ul liValid Class C Iowa Driver’s License./li liProof of Automobile Insurance./li liMust pass required background checks./li liAccess to a reliable computer and internet for documentation, or ability to travel to a location with access./li /ul/lilistrongSkills:/strong ul liStrong interpersonal skills, compassion, and sensitivity while maintaining professional boundaries./li listrongAbility to work with multiple clients by learning their individual Life plans/strong/li liAbility to follow detailed Individual Support Plans./li liProficiency in Microsoft Office and basic computer skills./li liAbility to work independently and demonstrate reliability in attendance and punctuality./li /ul/li/ulpstrongWork Environment/strong• 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/ppstrongTravel/strong• During scheduled work hours• Approved mileage and expenses are reimbursed/ppstrongPhysical Demands/strong• 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/ppstrongEqual Employment Opportunity: /strongCandeo 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./ppbr//p