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Direct Support Professional

$16 - $16.25 per hour

Kids for the Future

Location 1625 Adventureland Drive Ste B,Altoona, IA, 50009,United States Base Pay $16.00 - $16.25 / Hour Required Degree High school Manage Others No Description Changing someone’s life can also change your own. When a direct support professional joins the Balance Autism team as an Autism Associate, they are not only jumping into an exciting career, they are touching the lives of the adults they work with on a daily basis.

IN THIS ROLE, YOU WILL BE:

Inspiring personal growth Teaching self-care In some cases, aiding in vocational skills. Adult Autism Associates work with individuals 18 years of age or older.

YOU'RE A GOOD FIT FOR THIS POSITION IF...

You are passionate for people and autism . Helping others gives you satisfaction, even if the person doesn’t express gratitude in return. You are a curious learner . As an Autism Associate, you will continually learn new lessons about the nature of human behavior and the brain. Those who are naturally curious will find their work more fulfilling. You are engaged . For you, this is more than a job—it’s a career and a passion. You recognize that our work has a profound impact on the families we serve, and you’re passionate about making an impact on their lives while opening new doors for your career. You’re all-in. You are data-driven . You recognize that data is essential to our approach. You diligently collect and report data and base your actions on the results. You are optimistic . Your work can be stressful and emotionally demanding. But, for the well‑being of our clients and our team members, you approach each day with a positive attitude. You also communicate frequently with your supervisor and tell them when you’re feeling overwhelmed.

BENEFITS:

$16/hr Become a Medication Manager and receive higher compensation 403 (b) retirement plan with up to 8% employer match Student loan repayment program with up to 8% contribution match (Full-time only) Medical, dental and vision insurance (Full-time only) Short- and long-term disability insurance (Full-time only) Generous PTO plans (Full-time only) Requirements

REQUIREMENTS:

18 years or older High school diploma or GED Valid driver’s license and auto insurance Pass pre-employment motor vehicle report and criminal background checks Full‑time and Part‑time opportunities available in the following shifts:
  1. st Shift: 6:30AM to 2:30PM
  2. nd Shift: 2:30PM to 10:30PM
  3. rd Shift: 10:30PM to 6:30AM
Weekend Shift: Saturdays & Sundays - 6:30AM to 10:30PM Shifts are primarily located in Altoona, IA; Pleasant Hill, IA; Ankeny, IA and Greater Des Moines, IA areas Balance Autism is an equal opportunity employer. #J-18808-Ljbffr Kids for the Future

Vacancy posted 2 days ago
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