3 day work week Direct Support Professional III -- Behavior **Hills & Dales** 1 Positions ID: 1427486 Posted On 02/13/2025 **Job Overview** **Direct Support Professional III - HCBS** **Join Our Mission at Hills & Dales** Are you passionate about making a positive impact in the lives of individuals with disabilities? Hills & Dales, a leading non-profit organization, is looking for compassionate, dedicated, and motivated individuals to join our team as a Direct Support Professional III. This role offers the chance to support individuals in achieving greater independence while promoting a supportive, inclusive community. Learn more about what we do and who we are by watching this short clip! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XoYiNf2a8f0 **Pay and Benefits:** **Average Pay:** $23.04 - $25.08 per hour (blended between regular and premium pay rates). **BASE Wage Range:** $19.75 - $21.50 per hour, based on experience. **Weekend Premium:** Earn 1.5 times your base wage for weekend hours worked. **Work-Life Balance:** Enjoy 203 days off per year with a 3-day work week or 152 days off with a 4-day work week! **Health Benefits:** Choose from 4 health insurance plans. **Paid Time Off:** PTO and additional pay on agency holidays. **Disability Insurance:** Short-term disability insurance included. **Advancement Opportunities:** Additional pay and career advancement for certain competencies, education, and experience. **Flexible Scheduling Options:** + **Base wage of $19.75 per hour:** + Sun, Mon, Tues + Sun, Mon, Wed + Tues, Wed, Thurs + **Base wage of $20.25 per hour:** + Wed, Fri, Sat + Thurs, Fri, Sat **About Us:** At Hills & Dales, we are committed to enhancing the lives of individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. We work to build a community where every person can achieve independence and have the opportunity to thrive. **What You'll Do:** **Support Daily Living:** Assist individuals in gaining independence with self-care, hygiene, and daily activities. **Behavior Management:** Reduce unwanted behaviors by teaching positive alternatives. **Health & Safety:** Help maintain hygiene, provide first aid, and administer medications (if certified). **Engagement & Activities:** Plan and participate in community outings and engaging activities. **Housekeeping & Financial Records:** Maintain a safe, clean living environment and help clients with financial recordkeeping. **Professionalism & Confidentiality:** Follow HIPAA standards, maintain appropriate professional boundaries, and adhere to organizational policies. **What We're Looking For** **:** Compassion and a genuine concern for others. Strong communication skills and the ability to advocate for clients. Reliability and a commitment to punctuality. Physical ability to lift 35 lbs. High School diploma or equivalent. Valid driver's license, reliable vehicle, and insurance. Successful completion of background checks, including criminal, drug, and driving record checks. **Why Hills & Dales?** Join a team that is passionate about making a difference! At Hills & Dales, we foster a supportive environment where you can grow professionally while helping individuals with intellectual and physical disabilities achieve their fullest potential. **_This is more than a job-it's a chance to make a real difference in the community!_** **Apply Today and Be Part of Something Meaningful!** Primary Contact 1645197764923 Shari Bockenstedt Human Resource Assistant Director, Human Resource 563-556-7878 Phone Phone Phone 563-557-3822 Fax sbockendstedt@hillsdales.org Email True True True **Job Details** Categories Child Care/Day Care/Personal Care Health Care Human and Social Services Location Dubuque, IA Job Type Employee Full/Part Full Time Pay/Salary $23.04 - $25.08 per hour Company ID 1068 Job REQ # 1427486 \# Positions 1 Start Date 20250213 End Date 20250318 Featured Job TH Ad TH Comments **Similar Jobs** Three Year Old Teacher Dubuque Community Y Early Childhood Associate Preschool/Childcare Key West Early Childhood Center Child Care Assistant - Part Time or Full Time Hills & Dales Direct Support Professional DSP - PART TIME Hills & Dales Direct Support Professional III - 12 hour shifts - Hills & Dales Skilled Childcare Assistant – Medical Hills & Dales Early Childhood Associate Holy Family Catholic Schools Direct Support Professional DSP – Overnight AWAK Hills & Dales BCBA Board Certified Behavior Analysis Hills & Dales Early Childhood Associate Aquin Little Angels Early Childhood Center & Preschool **Share this Job** Hills & Dales **About the Company** **Hills & Dales,** a not-for-profit human services organization provides services to children and young adults with severe and profound mental and physical disabilities. It has always been the primary focus to serve people with significant medical needs. Hills & Dales values a quality of life that enhances dignity, upholds rights and encourages choices by the individual. "It is our work, guided by our mission of building meaningful lives to serve our stakeholders; including residents and clients, their families, employees and society at large. We strive to make a positive difference in the quality of life of each individual we support." Jack Mescher, Chief Executive Officer