Direct Support Professional (DSP) Job at American Baptist Homes, Des Moines, IA

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  • American Baptist Homes
  • Des Moines, IA

Job Description

Begin a rewarding career—join Crest Services as a Direct Support Professional where your commitment and compassion will directly impact the lives of others! 

Founded by American Baptist Homes of the Midwest in 1974, Crest Services is a not-for-profit, faith-based organization providing residential services to individuals with mental disabilities, developmental disabilities, and traumatic brain injuries. 

Why choose Crest Services? 

  • Great compensation and the opportunity to pursue your passion. 
  • Develop meaningful relationships with residents and staff members. 
  • Training and resources to keep your career moving forward. 
  • Great benefits available! 
  • Wage is $17/hr  

How you will make an impact: 

As a Direct Support Professional, you will provide essential care and assistance to individuals in a group home setting, supporting activities of daily living such as bathing, dressing, and meal preparation. The role includes monitoring individuals for any changes in behavior or health, maintaining a safe and clean environment, and utilizing first aid skills when necessary. In this role, you will collaborate with healthcare professionals and social workers to ensure comprehensive care, while also assisting with transportation as needed. The right candidate will be compassionate, possess attention to detail, and have strong communication skills.

Schedule Varies: Rotating 3-week schedules, shifts can be 8, 12, 16, or 24 hours depending on the week and shift. Alternating weekends and occasional holidays required. 

What you will need: 

  • Must be 18 years or older.
  • Valid driver's license and insurance.
  • Prior experience in a similar role. 
  • Ability to maintain confidentiality and detailed records.

Benefits for Qualified Employees 

  • Medical 
  • Dental 
  • Vision 
  • 403(b) with Employer Match 
  • Life/AD&D Insurance 
  • Short- & Long-Term Disability 
  • Accident & Critical Illness Insurance 
  • Employee Assistance Program 

To apply for this position, please complete the required questionnaire and upload your resume. We will be accepting applications on a rolling basis, and if your qualifications align with our needs, a recruiter will contact you to discuss the next steps.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and are committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, ancestry, disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, veteran or military status, citizenship status, pregnancy (including childbirth, lactation, and related conditions), political affiliation, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.

All candidates must pass a drug screen as part of the pre-employment process. Applicants may be subject to a background check. Employees in this position must be able to satisfactorily perform the essential functions of the position. If requested, this organization will make every effort to provide reasonable accommodations to enable employees with disabilities to perform the position’s essential job duties. As markets change and the Organization grows, job descriptions may change over time as requirements and employee skill levels evolve. With this understanding, this organization retains the right to change or assign other duties to this position.

Job Tags

Holiday work, Full time, Temporary work, Local area, Shift work, Rotating shift, Weekend work,

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