CNA/Direct Support Professional - Full Time

Company: Systems Unlimited, Inc
Location: Iowa City
Posted on: November 22, 2022

Job Description:

Iowa City

Full-time Direct Support Professional

Residential Care Facility (RCF)

Get paid $18+ an hour to work as a Direct Support Professional at our Residential Care Facility.

Do you have an interest in working with people with medical support needs in their home? We are looking to hire at least four full-time Direct Support Professionals (RCF) in Iowa City at our 6-bed Residential Care Facility. This position guarantees 37.5 hours per week in a compressed work week.

Although not required, this is a great opportunity for Certified Nurse Assistants (CNAs) who are looking to work a manageable caseload of six people. CNAs can work at Systems Unlimited and maintain their certification.

New Wage for our Residential Care Facility:

Awake overnight: $18.50 starting pay.

All other shifts: $18 could be more as rate of pay depends on ones experience, education, and training.

Scheduling Details

We have a variety of shifts which could include compressed work weeks, day time hours, evenings, and weekends.

Overnights: Three 12-hour overnight shifts (8p to 8a) any night of the week makes you a full-time benefited employee.

Why join us: If you have a desire to make a genuine difference in the lives of others, Systems Unlimited, Inc. is the place to be. For many years, we have partnered with people who have disabilities and mental health needs to advance their personal independence, dignity, and growth. We aim to set the standard for services that remove barriers to independence and inspire the people we serve to achieve personal success.

For this Full-time position, Systems offers:

Opportunity for growth: Most high-level positions are filled from within.
Spend most of your time at home rather than at work; our scheduling allows 16-19 days off each month.
Retirement Plan: 401(K) with up to 4% company match.
Health Insurance: Affordable health insurance (as low as $90 per month.) Vision and dental options that offer great coverage and low deductibles. Flex plans for medical and/or childcare.
Company-paid life and long-term disability coverage.
3.5 weeks of PTO per year (increases after two years of service.)
9 paid holidays including Juneteenth (newly added in 2022.)
Daily Pay: Get paid early, anytime you want to.
Development of skills that you can take with you anywhere such as effective communication, creative problem-solving, and collaboration with diverse teams.
SUI is a Public Student Loan Forgiveness program (PSLF) qualified employer.
Paid training & a fun work environment.

The Job: As a DSP, you will join a team of others who support people with disabilities in their homes by:

Supporting people served to live more independently and happily in their homes by working with them to achieve their personal goals, e.g. healthy eating, exercising, or doing fun activities in their home.
Assisting with day-to-day needs (transportation, cleaning, bathing, preparing meals, medical appointments, etc.)
Going with people served in the community to do activities (Shopping, Special Olympics, movies, etc.)
Providing encouragement and coaching to people who are working to develop daily living skills & healthy habits.
Writing documentation about the support you provided during your shift.
Working with a variety of needs including medical, behavioral, and mental health supports.

Full-time staff may be assigned some administrative tasks each week to help them grow and learn the skills they need to advance.

Requirements: A drivers license and record that is acceptable from a risk management perspective is required. People with a passion to help others are encouraged to apply.

We will provide the training and classes needed to get you ready to provide excellent services.

To apply fill our online application here or text DSPHI to apply 319-249-0890

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