Direct Support Professional III - Behavioral Support 3 day work week **Hills & Dales** 1 Positions ID: 1383084 Posted On 12/19/2024 **Job Overview** **Direct Support Professional III** **Average Pay: $23.04 - $25.08 per hour (blended between regular and premium pay rates).** **Full-Time Positions Available:** + **Work-Life Balance:** Enjoy an average of 203 days off per year with a 3-day work week or 152 days off per year with a 4-day work week. + **Premium Pay:** Earn 1.5 times the base wage for weekend hours. + **Wage Range:** $19.75-$21.50 per hour. **Schedule options include:** - Base wage of $19.75: + Sun, Mon, Tues + Sun, Mon, Wed + Tues, Wed, Thurs - Base wage of $20.25: + Wed, Fri, Sat + Thurs, Fri, Sat **About us:** Hills & Dales is a non-profit organization dedicated to building meaningful lives for individuals with disabilities. We are seeking passionate Direct Support Professionals to support children and adults with intellectual and physical disabilities. **About us:** Hills & Dales is a non-profit organization dedicated to building meaningful lives for individuals with disabilities. We are seeking passionate Direct Support Professional III's to support and teach skills and behaviors to maximize independence in activities of daily living for a caseload of persons served. **Responsibilities:** **- Teach Daily Living Skills:** Help individuals gain independence in self-care and daily activities. **- Behavior Management:** Reduce unwanted behaviors and teach alternatives using approved methods. **- Health Support:** Maintain hygiene and grooming, provide first aid, and administer medications if certified. **- Documentation:** Record support provided and compliance with health standards accurately. **- Engagement Activities:** Actively involve individuals in age-appropriate activities and community outings. **- Meeting Participation:** Attend and provide input at meetings. **- Professional Boundaries:** Maintain appropriate boundaries with clients and staff. **- Support Choice-Making:** Encourage and assist with client choices and activity calendars. **- Confidentiality:** Protect client data and comply with HIPAA standards. **- Follow Policies:** Adhere to all organizational policies and values. **Requirements:** - Demonstrated concern for others and alignment with the mission of Hills & Dales. - Ability to assertively communicate and advocate for clients. - Reliable attendance and punctuality. - Ability to lift 35 lbs. - High School diploma or equivalent. - Valid driver's license - Successful completion of a criminal background check, drug screen, and driving record check. **Benefits:** - Choice of 4 health insurance plans. - 3-day work week with 12-13 hour shifts, providing 203 days off per year. - PTO and additional pay on agency holidays. - Weekend premium pay (1.5x base wage). - Short-term disability insurance. - Additional pay and advancement opportunities for certain competencies, education, or experience. **Why Join Us:** This role offers a rewarding opportunity to make a positive impact on the lives of individuals with intellectual and physical disabilities. Our team is passionate, creative, and dedicated to fostering a supportive community environment. _Pay is based on experience, education, and any previous loyalty to H&D._ 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 # 1383084 \# Positions 1 Start Date 20241219 End Date 20250118 Featured Job TH Ad TH Comments **Similar Jobs** Direct Support Professional III - 12 hour shifts - Hills & Dales Direct Support Professional DSP - Overnight AWAKE Hills & Dales Direct Support Professional DSP - Part Time Hills & Dales Program Coordinator - HCBS Hills & Dales Early Childhood Careers Holy Family Catholic Schools Direct Support Professional – SCL – PART TIME Hills & Dales Teacher Assistant ABC Learning & Development Center, LLC Direct Care Professional - Work that Works Hillcrest Family Services 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