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Easter Seals of Iowa Day Habilitation Professional in Des Moines, Iowa
Easterseals Iowa is currently seeking an adult day services team member to join our Life Club programs. As part of our team, you'll have the opportunity to make a positive impact on the lives of adults with disabilities, supporting their growth towards greater independence. If you enjoy community engagement, teamwork, and helping others thrive, this role is for you!
Responsibilities include:
Collaborate with clients in programs to enhance their independence and life skills.
Engage in relationship-building, problem-solving, and group decision-making to plan and execute activities.
Foster effective communication, safety awareness, and skills among clients.
Encourage clients to participate in activities that promote socialization, creativity, and peer relationships.
Support clients in choosing and leading activities they enjoy.
Utilize strengths-based approaches to enhance clients' independence.
Facilitate access to all camp activities available at Life Club, including swimming, outdoor pursuits, crafts, singing, and wellness activities.
Interested applicants must either have currently or be able to obtain the following and will be contingent on employment:
Chauffeur's License: Candidates must possess a valid chauffeur's license or be able to obtain one promptly.
Medication Manager Certification: Candidates should have or be willing to acquire certification as a medication manager.
Lifeguard Certification: Candidates must either hold a lifeguard certification or be willing to obtain one.
This position will be Full Time, Monday-Friday, 8:00am-4:00pm.
Easterseals has:
Competitive wage and benefits including medical, dental, vision, employer paid life insurance/accidental death and dismemberment/long term disability insurance, and a 403(b) Tax Deferred Retirement Plan offered to all full-time employees
20 days of PTO in the first year, increasing to 25 days of PTO in the second year, that we not only let you take, but expect you to take off!
A culture that promotes from within for advancement opportunities
A supportive and flexible team working environment
Join our team and contribute to creating an inclusive and empowering environment for adults with disabilities!
Interview process consists of 1st phone interview with Recruitment and Talent Development Coordinator and 2nd in person Department Specifics Team Leader.