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(DSP) Direct Support - Nights (Work 3 or 4 Nights a Week)

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Exceptional Persons Inc

Waterloo, IA (In Person)

$37,960 Salary, Full-Time

Posted 1 week ago (Updated 4 days ago) • Actively hiring

Expires 8/1/2026

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Job Description

Support Independence with Purpose
  • Join a Mission That Changes Lives At EPI, we don't just talk about impact, we live it every single day.
Since 1957, we've been connecting people, creating opportunities, and nurturing growth for our community. As a designated
EIGHT-TIME
Employer of Choice
  • our work is grounded in four core values: People, Stewardship, Creative Cooperation, and Integrity.
Where Dignity, Care, and Impact Come Together We are seeking dependable, compassionate Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) to provide daily, hands‑on support. DSPs help adults with mental illness, brain injuries, and intellectual or developmental disabilities live safely, build relationships, and work toward personal goals. If you thrive in active, people‑focused work and want a role where your effort directly improves someone's day‑to‑day life, this position offers real purpose and variety — whether you're new to the field or bringing experience Working at EPI Has Its Benefits. Many Benefits. Full benefits are offered for full-time positions (30+ hours/week) Advance your career through our career advancement program. As you complete each certification, you'll advance to a new position with a $1.00 per hour increase in pay. Health, dental, vision, and life insurance plans (even pet insurance!) Three-day workweeks (work/life balance). Other schedules also available, including weekend-only options. Generous paid time off 401(k)
  • employer match up to 6% (also available to part-time employees; must be 21 or older for eligibility) Free telemedicine and virtual counseling Paid training Immediate employee discounts (gym memberships, and more!
) Purpose in Action. Impact Starts Here. Build meaningful relationships while supporting adults with mental illness, brain injuries, and intellectual or developmental disabilities Assist with daily living tasks such as cooking, cleaning, laundry, community participation, and personal care (which may include bathing, dressing, toileting, hygiene, and mobility support) Support individuals' health and wellness, including emotional and behavioral needs, following support strategies, assisting during behavioral challenges as trained, helping with healthy routines, and administering medications Support community engagement by facilitating and helping individuals participate in activities, hobbies, events, and appointments Teach and reinforce life skills that promote greater independence Complete accurate and timely electronic documentation each shift to record care, behaviors, activities, and health related updates Click here to view a realistic job preview.
Qualifications:
High school diploma or a GED required 18 years old or older required Pass a pre-employment drug screening required This position requires current valid driver's license, auto insurance, a good driving record, a reliable vehicle for on-the-job use required Ability to pass an extensive background check, including checks of the Dependent Adult and Child Abuse registries, the Sex Offender registry, criminal history, and driving records required
Details Pay Rate:
Competitive hourly rate of $17.00
  • $19.
50 for awake hours. Overnight, sleep hours are paid at a reduced rate, as employees are able to sleep during these hours. Rate of pay depends on experience. We have several shifts and schedules to meet your needs…these are general options, but we have a lot of variety within these:
Shifts:
12-hour work shifts
  • night or day between 8am
  • 8pm / 8pm
  • 8am
Schedules:
3-day work week is Sun/Mon/Tues or Thu/Fri/Sat with an option to pick up Wednesday if interested 12-hour work shifts allow for full-time work and up to 16 days off per month! You can have more than half the year off — while still working full time Here's What We're Looking For. What Are You Waiting For? Apply Today! Dependability
  • Attend work as scheduled. Complete responsibilities, tasks, training and on-call requirements within assigned timelines. Integrity
  • Doing what's right. Trustworthy. Able to comply with all agency and regulatory standards. Maintain standards of confidentiality (HIPAA) and ethical practice. Communication
  • Demonstrate effective communication skills — both written and verbal. Computer Familiarity
  • Able to browse internet, use email and document care using electronic health record system (training provided).
Committed to inclusion and building relationships. Respecting others. Passion for serving others EPI is an equal opportunity employer. Connecting People, Creating Opportunities, and Nurturing Growth Since 1957