Direct Support Professional

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This role operates in a Home and Community-Based Services (Hourly) Setting , defined as “medical, social, and supportive services for Iowans with functional, cognitive, and other physical or mental health needs” (Iowa Health & Human Services). Rather than institutionalizing individuals who have these physical and mental health needs, HCBS settings provide these individuals with the opportunity to live and receive services in a way honoring to them and their abilities.

Direct Support Professionals are the heartbeat of what we do at Imagine the Possibilities – empowering people to reach individual achievement across the spectrum of life. If you’re passionate about empowering people to reach their goals and help them strive for more, we want you to join our team. As an integral part of the overall care team, you will collaborate with other Direct Support Professionals, Programmers, Supervisors, individuals-served, and their families to ensure the best possible care for those you serve. You will fulfill an individual’s behavioral care plan by creatively strategizing the best way for each individual to reach and exceed their goals. Your innovative and impactful solutions and strategies will make the difference for those you serve.

What Winning Looks Like:

While it’s not a competition, we do recognize that each person wants to ‘win’ at life; and you’re a central part of someone else’s wins – as well as your own! In this role, you’ll be responsible to:

• Goal Development & Individualized Support: Collaborate with the HCBS Supervisor and Programmer to develop individualized goals and provide direct support that focuses on teaching skills, promoting independence, and encouraging participation in community and recreational activities.
• Behavioral & Rights-Based Care: Implement approved behavioral strategies to support individuals with challenging behaviors while ensuring rights restrictions are only used when determined by the interdisciplinary team and included in the service plan.
• Accurate Documentation & Compliance: Complete timely, detailed, and Iowa Code–compliant documentation in Setworks, including all required service information, interventions, and individual responses, ensuring accuracy, legibility, and proper recordkeeping standards.
• Direct Care, Safety & Advocacy: Provide safe, respectful, and least-restrictive support in home and community settings while promoting individual choice, independence, dignity, and advocacy for greater self-determination.
• Medication, Attendance & Professional Responsibility: Administer and document medications following the six rights, maintain reliable attendance (including weekends/holidays), follow call-in procedures, secure coverage when needed, comply with agency policies, complete training, and communicate concerns appropriately.

Know We’re For You:

We know finding the right opportunity can be tricky – that’s why Imagine is focused on making sure your time is well spent. We take pride in the benefits we offer our employees. As an employee, you’ll have access to a variety of benefits that are sure to sweeten the deal. Depending on your full-time or part-time status, you’ll have access to:

• Competitive Wages: The base pay is $15/hour. With education and experience, you could start out making more than that.
• Scheduling: We’re a 24/7 service provider, offering a schedule based on program needs.
• Training: This is an entry-level position, and we provide comprehensive training to ensure every employee feels confident and supported as they get started.
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO): We all deserve a break now and then – don’t feel bad about taking time for you.
• 401k Retirement Plan: Secure your future with a cushioned fund that will allow you to live your best life.
• Comprehensive Insurance Plans: Whether its medical, dental, vision, or life insurance – we’ve got you covered.
• Pre-Paid Legal Services: Be prepared for the things you just can’t be prepared for on your own.
• Discounted Costco or Sam’s Club Memberships: What can we say? We know a great deal when we see one.
• Advancement Opportunities: We believe in your future, which is why we have a specifically designed leadership development opportunity purposed to launch your career.
• Employee Assistance Program: We’re there for you through all life’s ups and downs.