Direct Support Professional (DSP) Job at American Baptist Homes of the Midwest, Des Moines, IA

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  • American Baptist Homes of the Midwest
  • Des Moines, IA

Job Description

Start a rewarding career where your compassion truly matters. Join Crest Services as a Direct Support Professional (DSP) and make a difference in the lives of individuals with developmental disabilities, mental health conditions, and traumatic brain injuries. 

We’re a faith-based, nonprofit organization founded in 1974, proudly supporting individuals in group home settings across Minnesota. 

Why Join Us? 

  • People First:  Develop meaningful relationships with residents and staff members
  • Competitive Pay: $17.00/hr + credit for experience
  • Schedule:  This is a full-time position, working a 3-week rotating schedule with a mix of weekday, overnight, and weekend shifts. Two weeks are 40 hours, and one week is 48 hours. This schedule offers predictability, full-time hours , and opportunities for overtime . Example Shifts Include:
    • Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Saturday: 4 PM – 8 AM 
    • Tuesday: 4 PM – 12 AM
    • Wednesday: 12 AM – 8 AM 
    • Friday into Saturday: 4 PM  – 4 PM
    • Sunday into Monday: 8 AM – 8 AM
    • You won’t work every weekend, but weekend availability is required.
  • Supportive Team:  We value our caregivers as much as our clients
  • Quick Hiring:  Apply today and hear back within 48 hours

What You’ll Do: 

  • Support residents with daily living activities: bathing, dressing, meal prep, etc. 
  • Maintain a safe, clean, and respectful living environment 
  • Monitor and report changes in behavior or health 
  • Help with transportation to appointments or activities 
  • Collaborate with healthcare staff and team members to deliver holistic care 

What You'll Need:

  • Age 18 or older 
  • Valid driver’s license and insurance 
  • Strong communication skills in English (verbal and written) 
  • Experience in a medical, caregiving, or healthcare setting required 
  • Dependable, detail-oriented, and compassionate mindset
Benefits Available to You:
  • Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
  • 403(b) with Discretionary Employer Match
  • Life/AD&D Insurance
  • Short- and Long-Term Disability
  • Accident & Critical Illness Insurance
  • Employee Assistance Program

To apply, please complete the required questionnaire. We accept applications on a rolling basis.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and are committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, ancestry, disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, veteran or military status, citizenship status, pregnancy (including childbirth, lactation, and related conditions), political affiliation, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.

All candidates must pass a drug screen as part of the pre-employment process. Applicants may be subject to a background check. Employees in this position must be able to satisfactorily perform the essential functions of the position. If requested, this organization will make every effort to provide reasonable accommodations to enable employees with disabilities to perform the position’s essential job duties. As markets change and the Organization grows, job descriptions may change over time as requirements and employee skill levels evolve. With this understanding, this organization retains the right to change or assign other duties to this position.

Job Tags

Full time, Temporary work, Local area, Shift work, Night shift, Weekend work, Sunday, Saturday, Weekday work,

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