DSP – Youth Group Home -three day work week Th Fr Sat
Hills & Dales Child Development Center
Location
Dubuque, Iowa
Salary
$23 - $25 / HOUR
Quick overview
Provide compassionate support and supervision to children with behavioral needs in a structured group home setting. Teach essential life and social skills while implementing behavior plans to promote independence and safety.
Requirements summary
Requires a high school diploma or GED, a valid driver's license, and the ability to lift 35 lbs. Preference is given to candidates with over 2 years of experience in behavioral health or working with children.
Job description
Direct Support Professional III - RBSCL Residential Based Support Community Living - supporting those under the age of 17 years old in a community based home setting! Applicants are expected to be mission driven, human centered, and able to train and obtain certifications.
Location
- Dubuque,
- IA
- Schedule: Full-Time | 3-Day or 4-Day
- Work
- Week
- Options
- BASE
- Wage
- Range: $20.53–$21.78/hour +
- Premium
- Pay
- Average
- Blended
- Pay: $23.95–$25.41/hour (based on premium weekend pay). This position pays 1.5x pay on weekends. 🗓️ Flexible Schedule Options 3-Day Work Week = ~203 Days Off/Year 4-Day Work Week = ~152
- Days
- Off/Year
- OPEN
- DAY
- SCHEDULES: Wed Fri (6AM-7PM) Sat (8AM-7PM) Thur (6AM-7PM),
- Fri,
- Sun (8AM-8PM)
- Wed
- Thur
- Sat (8AM-8PM)
- OPEN
- Overnight
- SCHEDULES: Thur Fri Sat (8PM-8AM - awake)
About the Role
Join our brand-new RBSCL Children's Program at Hills & Dales! As a Direct Support Professional, you'll provide compassionate support to children with behavioral support needs in a structured group home setting. You'll help each child build independence, learn daily living skills, and experience success through positive behavior supports and meaningful activities. Hills and Dales is willing to train and develop applicants with a proven track record of dedication and mission-driven motivation. This isn't just a job - it's an opportunity to be part of a new, innovative program designed to make a lasting impact in the lives of children while offering you a balanced and rewarding career. 🌟 What You'll Do Teach life and social skills: self-care, communication, play, and community engagement Implement behavior plans: help children learn positive coping skills and reduce unwanted behaviors Provide care and supervision: ensure safety, structure, and emotional support in daily routines Assist with health & hygiene: including medication administration (after certification) Plan meaningful activities: promote fun, growth, and connection Maintain documentation: track progress, interventions, and behavioral outcomes Support a positive environment: keep the home clean, safe, and welcoming ✅ What You Need High School Diploma or GED (required) 2+ years of experience working with children or in behavioral health (preferred) Valid driver's license, insurance, and reliable transportation (required) Strong communication and teamwork skills Ability to lift 35 lbs, provide physical support, and manage occasional behavioral outbursts Clean background check and drug screening ❤️ Why Work at Hills & Dales At Hills & Dales, we're passionate about building meaningful lives - for those we serve and for the professionals who support them. Be part of something new and rewarding as we launch our RBSCL program for children with behavioral needs. We offer a supportive environment, opportunities for career growth, and a schedule that supports your life outside of work. Offer contingent upon the succressful completetion of a criminal background check, dependernt adult and child abuse background check, and drug screen.
Benefits
- Career Growth Opportunities
- Flexible Schedule Options
- Premium Weekend Pay