Direct Support Professional

Direct Support ProfessionalHourly - 9am-6pm; Monday-Friday with occasional Saturday. Housing - Hours are varied by house and may include but is not limited to days, nights, weekends and holidays. Multiple shifts available 2pm-10pm, 10pm-9am, (9am-2pm weekends only).Have you been searching for a rewarding career where you can make a difference in someone's life every day? Look no further – To The Rescue wants to hire YOU to be a Direct Support Professional. No experience? No problem. We will provide you with expert training.Why You Want to Work for TTR!Paid trainingPaid CPR trainingReferral bonus401K eligibility after 6 months of employmentFlexible unpaid time offEducational assistanceMedical, vision and dental for all FT staffFlex Spending accountVoluntary benefits (short-term disability, accident insurance and cancer insurance)Competencies/Qualifications/Education:High school diploma or GEDMust be 18 years of ageValid drivers licenseCommunication proficiencyPatienceWriting skillsAbility to apply principles of logical or scientific thinking to a wide range of intellectual and practical problems.Have working knowledge of privacy laws and regulations.Ability to respond well under pressure.Must possess strong leadership skills.As a Direct Support Professional, you will support and assist individuals with disabilities with their daily activities, teach them life skills, and help them achieve their goals. Our staff provide opportunities for self discovery and life enrichment by assisting our members with grocery shopping, meal planning, attending events such as movies, ball game, a play or even going to the zoo!Location: Cedar Rapids, IA Marion, IA Hiawatha, IATo The Rescue is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, status as a qualified individual with a disability, or status as a protected veteran.