Direct Support Professional (DSP) – Full-Time

Organization: RISE Ltd.

Location: Oelwein, IA (16 1st St. SW)

Job Type: Full-Time (Non-Exempt)

Pay: Hourly wages provided upon request; overtime eligible (1.5x pay over 40 hours/week)

About the Role

Are you looking for a fulfilling full-time career where you can make a genuine difference in people's lives every day? RISE Ltd. is hiring a Full-Time Direct Support Professional (DSP) to join our Supported Community Living (SCL) team in Oelwein, IA.

As a DSP, you will work directly with individuals with disabilities in their homes and throughout the local community. Your primary focus will be implementing person-centered Individual Program Plans (IPPs) designed to foster independence, build life skills, increase quality of life, and encourage community inclusion.

Key Responsibilities

• Daily Living Support: Assist individuals in their homes with personal care/hygiene, meal planning and preparation, household chores, and pet care as needed.
• Financial Empowerment: Help individuals manage personal finances, write checks, budget, pay bills, and reconcile bank accounts per program plans.
• Community Integration & Transportation: Drive and accompany individuals to local community events, social outings, medical/mental health appointments, and errands.
• Goal & Plan Implementation: Actively support individuals in achieving their personal goals, building natural support networks, making informed choices, and advocating for themselves.
• Health, Safety & Medication: Administer medications, promote overall health and wellness, follow infection control standards, and respond promptly to safety hazards or crises.
• Documentation & Communication: Complete required digital documentation/assessments accurately, log service hours, and maintain professional communication with family members, co-workers, and health providers.
  

Qualifications & Requirements

Required:

• Basic literacy in English (reading, writing, basic math skills).
• Valid driver’s license, a clean driving record, and the ability to be insured under RISE Ltd.’s vehicle policy (capable of daytime/nighttime driving, long distances, and varied weather conditions).
• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Ability to pass required background checks (no felony convictions or founded reports of child or dependent adult abuse).
• Physical stamina: Ability to stand/walk moderate distances (2–4 miles per shift), with full range of motion (bending, reaching, stooping, lifting) required for up to 75% of your shift.
• Digital literacy using computers, tablets, smartphones, and basic keyboarding for electronic documentation.

Agency-Provided Certifications (Paid Training):

• CPR and First Aid certifications
• Med Manager and/or Certified Medication Aide course completion
• Child and Dependent Adult Abuse training

Working Environment & Expectations

• Full-time schedule flexibility; willingness to accept changes in work hours as needed to support individuals.
• Primary workplace is within individual homes and community settings.
• Environment may involve potential exposure to weather elements, body fluids, dirty environments, or pets

Why Join RISE Ltd. in Oelwein?

• Meaningful Impact: Help local residents live fulfilling, self-directed lives in their own homes and community.
• Paid Professional Growth: RISE Ltd. covers the costs for all required certifications and specialized training.
• Supportive Environment: Work with a dedicated team committed to human dignity, individual rights, and person-centered care.

How to Apply

To apply or inquire about current hourly pay rates, visit or call our Oelwein office:

• Oelwein Office: 16 1st St. SW, Oelwein, IA 50662
• Phone: 319-283-5405
  

RISE Ltd. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment is at-will. Reasonable accommodations are available to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.