One Vision

Full Time - Direct Support Professional - Days Overlay - Nora Springs, IA

One Vision  •  $17/hr  •  Iowa (Onsite)  •  2 days ago
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Job Description

Full-Time Days Overlay DSP - Nora Springs, IA

Monday-Friday | Variable Daytime Schedule
Starting at $17.00/hr

Consistent Weekday Hours. Meaningful Work.

Looking for a career where you can make a difference while working a daytime weekday schedule?

At One Vision, our Days Overlay Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) provide hands-on support to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities while helping them build independence, confidence, and meaningful community connections.

This role is ideal for someone who enjoys variety in their day, thrives in a people-focused environment, and wants work that truly matters.

No experience needed - paid training provided.

Why People Apply Here

  • Weekday daytime scheduling
  • Meaningful and rewarding work
  • Paid training provided
  • No prior DSP experience required
  • Supportive team environment
  • Opportunities for growth and advancement
  • Every day brings something different
  • Purpose-driven career with real impact

What You'll Actually Do

As a DSP, you'll support individuals in their daily lives while encouraging independence and community involvement.

In this role, you will:

  • Assist with daily living activities, including meals, hygiene, housekeeping, laundry, and cooking
  • Support medication administration and health-related needs
  • Encourage independence and personal growth
  • Transport individuals to appointments, activities, and community outings
  • Assist with grocery shopping, budgeting, and household routines
  • Build positive and meaningful relationships with the individuals you support
  • Complete electronic documentation and service notes
  • Respond appropriately to behavioral or emergency situations using the provided training

No two days look exactly the same - and that's what makes this role rewarding.

What We're Looking For

You do not need previous DSP experience - we can teach the skills.

We're looking for people who are:

  • Compassionate and dependable
  • Positive and patient
  • Team-oriented and willing to learn
  • Comfortable supporting others with daily activities
  • Passionate about helping others live independently

Basic Requirements

  • Must be at least 18 years old
  • High school diploma or GED required
  • Valid driver's license and proof of insurance required
  • Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and assist with mobility needs
  • Comfortable using computers and electronic documentation systems
  • Ability to pass required background checks and health screenings
  • Willingness to complete required training and certifications
  • Ability to understand and implement written and verbal instructions

This is a Safety-Sensitive Position

About One Vision

At One Vision, we believe every person deserves the opportunity to live a meaningful and independent life. Our team members help create inclusive communities where people feel valued, supported, and empowered every day.

If you're looking for more than just a job - and want a career where your work truly matters - we'd love to meet you.

This position is considered a Safety Sensitive Position and is contingent upon a pre-employment background check and drug screen.

One Vision

About One Vision

One Vision is a nonprofit charitable organization founded in 1966, with a mission to stand with and support people with disabilities to pursue their best life.

We proudly serve individuals across Iowa through a variety of person-centered programs and services designed to promote independence, inclusion, and opportunity:

🔹Home and Community-Based Services (HCBS) | Supportive services that empower individuals to live, learn, and work in their own homes and communities — on their own terms.

🔹Smart Living | Smart Living integrates enabling technology and remote support into our community-based services. This approach enhances independence and community inclusion by prioritizing personalized tech solutions as the first line of support.

🔹Community Employment Services | We help people with disabilities find meaningful employment that reflects their interests and abilities. Our individualized approach ensures each person has a voice in choosing a career path where they can succeed and thrive.

Several One Vision branches help fund and expand our impact by creating inclusive opportunities and promoting positive environmental outcomes.

🔹Thrift Stores | Located in Clear Lake, Fort Dodge, and Waterloo, our thrift stores offer quality goods while supporting vital disability services.

🔹Thrift Solutions | Our textile recycling branch partners with over 70 thrift locations, keeping more than 2 million pounds of materials out of landfills annually — supporting sustainability and our mission.

🔹Glen Oaks Community | A 55+ active living community offering rental homes at TimberCrest Apartments or ownership at Terraces Townhomes, providing vibrant, independent living for older adults.

🔹Boyer Pool & Wellness Center | An inclusive wellness space featuring an indoor heated pool, hot tub, gymnasium, walking track, fitness classes, and more — open to the public.

Industry
Healthcare & Social Services
Company Size
201-500 employees
Headquarters
Clear Lake, Iowa
Year Founded
1966
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