Location: Melbourne, IA
Company: Housesitter
in the Ames & surrounding area. (Story and/or Boone County) The Iowans we serve are seeking a life of greater confidence and independence, and it's our privilege to empower them toward success every day. We are currently looking for a part time DSP, available to work mainly in the afternoons between 12:00pm and 7:00pm with consumers within an age range of 16 to 50 years old to support them in building the skills they need to lead more independent and fulfilling lives.
This position works well paired with secondary employment, as you will be the one in charge of organizing your schedule with your assigned caseload of consumers you will be supporting, along with the support of your program
supervisor when first setting your schedule. You can determine the amount of hours you are available, from a minimum of 10 hours per week, though most DSPs start at around 20 hours per week with the potential to work up to full time if desired.
Consistent and reliable communication is needed. Much of the job is independent, so communication is important for when you need support, you or your consumers need to reschedule sessions, or if a change or emergency situation comes up and your supervisor needs to reach you. Must have a reliable vehicle. A big part of the position involves driving your consumers to activities in the community to help them fulfill needs or work on skills. To do
this, you will be driving consumers around town in your own vehicle while providing services.
Mileage is reimbursed at the end of each month. An open mind is also needed. Things are ever changing in the world of social services, and there is always something new to learn. The most important thing you can bring with you to this position is an open mind and a willingness to learn new things from trainings, your fellow LSI employees, the community, and your consumers themselves. Other helpful but not required things: -Spanish speaking skills; -home access to a computer for documentation; -prior knowledge or experience working with intellectual disabilities or mental health disorders like ADHD, ODD, Autism, Borderline Personality disorder, etc.
If this sounds like something that fits you and your interests, apply today! What We Do As one of Iowa's most trusted human services agencies, LSI has a legacy of serving children, adults, and families for more than 150 years. Our Services for People with Disabilities wrap care around individuals across the state, from providing occasional respite care or weekly services, to 24/7 support in either a shared apartment environment or one-on-one care through our hourly supported community living (SCL) program. You can make a direct impact on the lives of the Iowans we are privileged to serve.
What You'll Do A Direct Support Professional (DSP) works with adults and children with intellectual disabilities or chronic mental illness. During a regular shift, our hourly DSPs meet with multiple individuals one at a time, spending two to four hours with each of them. DSPs are there to provide support, assistance, and instruction in learning independent living skills like: - Money management - Socialization - Cooking - Personal hygiene What You'll Need Qualified candidates for this job will have either a high school diploma or a GED.
Experience working with Supported Community Living (SCL) or with people with disabilities is preferred, but not required. How We'll Support You On top of joining the best team around, you can also receive: - A competitive salary - Comprehensive benefits - A flexible schedule - A 401(k) - Generous paid time off - Health, dental, life, and vision insurance - Mileage reimbursement - Career-building opportunities - Special Team LSI perks like gym discounts, pet insurance, and cell phone discounts through Verizon Who We Are LSI is an equal opportunity employer. At LSI we respect diverse life experiences, cultures and heritages, and strive to provide that all voices are heard and valued.
You can learn more about our commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion at lsiowa. org/who-we-are/ Why You'll Love Working Here " I enjoy working with people with disabilities because I'm able to make a difference in their lives and it has made a positive impact in my own. " - Amber, LSI Contract Monitor Ready to get started? Apply today!
or adult with a disability. Respite Providers have flexibility with the ability to make their own schedule around the family's needs. This position also has the potential to work from home after a probationary period. Provider will work in the community or in-home.
This position could require evenings, weekend and/or overnights. If you are a great communicator, appreciate setting your own schedule, and are passionate in serving others, being a Respite Provider may be for you. You will be providing a break for the parent or guardian of an individual a disability. You may provide Respite a few hours in the evening up to a full weekend. Your schedule will be dependent upon the family's need
and your desire to serve. If you are a person that is able to communicate with others, regardless of the other person's communication skills, this may be your opportunity to help a family in need of a break from 24/7 care and supervision of their loved one.
DUTIESThis position provides all care required to a child or adult with a disability while their parent or guardian is absent, while maintaining a safe and nurturing home-based environment. Special consideration may be given to applicants who are requested by the client or their family. Respite Providers who have not been requested by a client or their family will be matched with clients who are approved for services. These Respite
Providers will conduct respite care in the client's home, for a maximum of 16 hours per day.
The Respite Provider position will not have any guaranteed or set hours. There may be extended periods of time with no hours being worked. In many situations a respite provider may work a few hours one day and then not work again for several weeks or months. All hours worked by a Respite Provider are at the request of the family and respite is often provided in the afternoons, evening and on weekends. QUALIFICATIONSQualified applicants will have a high school diploma or GED. Experience working with people with disabilities preferred. LSI is an equal opportunity employer.
At LSI we respect diverse life experiences, cultures and heritages, and strive to provide that all voices are heard and valued. You can learn more about our commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion at lsiowa. org/who-we-are/ It's their life. It's your career. Make a difference in both at LSI! respite services, respite care, respite, respite provider, caretaker, disabilities, non-profit, social services, human services,
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Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US geographic markets. WHO WE ARE For nearly 70 years, Cupertino Electric, Inc. (CEI) has been powered by people who've built a reputation for delivering high-profile, complex projects. Real, tangible things that alter the landscape and improve lives. But even more than that, we've built a reputation for integrity.
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ABOUT THE ROLE Provide EHS oversight of multiple projects across a geographical region. Support Project Safety Managers and Safety Coordinators in the development and execution of Site Safety Plans on projects Provide regular feedback and guidance to Site and Area Superintendents and Project Managers in the execution and management of Project Safety Roadmaps and Site Safety Plans Establish and develop effective communication with client or owner project EHS representatives Evaluate effectiveness of project safety performance, regulatory compliance through regular site backssments Support Root Cause Investigations and ensure that effective corrective action(s) have been identified and implemented Provide regular feedback to the Divisional Safety Manager on areas for improvement and recognition Assist in the development of project-specific corrective action plans to address health and safety improvement opportunities Ensure up-to-date Total Case Incident Reporting to divisional EHS leadership across all assigned projects Ensure effective and thorough onboarding of new EHS team members is being performed Develop SMART Objectives and Key Results (OKR's) to manage development and performance of direct reports ABOUT YOU Ability to work independently, strong communication skills with ability to influence behaviors.
Must be able to travel up to 50%. Must be proficient in MS office (Excel, Word, PPT). MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge, skills and abilities as well as possession of any required licenses or certifications is qualifying. Education: HS diploma or GED required. 4-year college degree in Occupational Safety and Health is desirable.
Licensure/Certifications: CHST is required, CSP is preferred. Experience: 5+ years of experience in similar role in the construction industry. Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States. This position is not eligible for sponsorship. #LI-Remote #IND PLEASE NOTE: CEI will never ask for any money or financial information from applicants during the hiring process. To learn more about " job scams" how to avoid them, click here. CEI is a place where every single person can-and does-have an impact on the work we do and the communities we serve.
Here, you can build your own story and grow to your full potential. You can collaborate and celebrate with amazing people. And you'll go home every day knowing you helped contribute to important work that shapes people's lives. Our commercial, data center and energy projects may be complex, but our approach is simple. We build great things and we do it with great people. The job duties listed are typical examples of work performed by positions in this job classification and are not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, tasks, and responsibilities.
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