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Advanced DSP OVERNIGHTS - Behavioral Support Specialist

Hills & Dales

1 Positions

ID: 1697752

Posted On 02/03/2026

Job Overview

Direct Support Professional III (Behavioral Support - Overnight Shifts) 

Now Hiring Behavioral Support DSP III Team Members

Join Our Mission at Hills & Dales

Are you a compassionate night owl who excels in high-intensity, meaningful work? Hills & Dales, a nonprofit organization dedicated to empowering individuals with disabilities, is seeking Direct Support Professional III (DSP III) team members to provide advanced overnight behavioral support.

This is not a typical DSP role.
DSP III team members work directly with individuals who exhibit aggressive, challenging, or self-injurious behaviors, providing structure, safety, de-escalation, and behavioral skill-building throughout the night.

If you want to make a true impact in a behavioral support environment, this may be the perfect role for you.


Why Join Hills & Dales?

Make a real impact during meaningful overnight hours

Support individuals in a stable, home-like setting

Be part of a mission-driven, positive team

Enjoy flexible 3- or 4-night schedules

Opportunities for career growth and additional training

Competitive pay & premium weekend rates


This Is NOT a Typical DSP Role

DSP III positions are advanced behavioral support roles.
You will work closely with individuals whose behaviors may include aggression, self-injury, tantrums, property destruction, or other high-intensity needs.
Your work helps create safe, structured environments while following individualized behavior support plans.


What to Expect in a DSP III Role

You will work with clients who may display aggressive or self-injurious behaviors

You will use behavioral support strategies, including verbal and physical de-escalation techniques

You will follow and implement individualized behavior support plans (BSPs)

You will support emotional regulation, communication, and skill-building

You will maintain safety, documentation, and structure throughout the shift

This is a higher-level DSP position focused on behavior management and intervention


Pay & Schedule Highlights

DSP III (Behavioral Support) Overnight AWAKE schedules 

Thursday, Friday, Saturday 8:00PM-8:00AM

  • Base Wage: $20.53
  • Premium Wage: $30.79
  • Average Wage: $23.95

Thursday, Friday, Saturday 5:00PM-6:00AM

  • Base Wage: $20.53
  • Premium Wage: $30.79
  • Average Wage: $23.95

Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday 8:00PM-8:00AM

  • Base Wage: $19.78
  • Premium Wage: $29.67
  • Average Wage: $22.25

DSP III (Behavioral Support) Overnight SLEEP schedules

Thursday, Friday, Saturday 8:00PM-8:00AM

  • Base Wage: $18.50
  • Premium Wage: $27.75
  • Average Wage: $21.58

Thursday, Friday, Saturday 7:00PM-8:00AM

  • Base Wage: $18.50
  • Premium Wage: $27.75
  • Average Wage: $21.58

What You'll Do

Provide structured behavioral support throughout the night

Assist with daily living routines as needed (hygiene, meals, medications)

Implement behavior support strategies and interventions

Use proactive and reactive tools to maintain safety

Document behaviors and progress according to plans

Promote dignity, respect, and emotional safety for all individuals


What You Need

18+ years old

High school diploma or GED

Able to lift 35 lbs

Valid driver's license, reliable vehicle, and insurance

Clear background, drug, and driving record checks

Behavioral support experience strongly preferred (training provided)


If you're ready for a rewarding challenge and want to grow your skills in behavioral support, Hills & Dales wants YOU on our overnight team.
Bring your heart, your calm under pressure, and your desire to make every night count.

Apply Today and Build a Career with Purpose!

Primary Contact

1645197764923

Shari Bockenstedt

Human Resource Assistant Director, Human Resource

563-556-7878

Phone

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Phone

563-239-9482

Fax

sbockendstedt@hillsdales.org

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Job Details

Categories

Child Care/Day Care/Personal Care
Health Care
Human and Social Services

Location

Dubuque, IA

Job Type

Employee

Full/Part

Full Time

Pay/Salary

$20.71 - $25.41 per hour

Company ID

1068

Job REQ #

1697752

# Positions

1

Start Date

20260203

End Date

20260318

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About the Company

Hills & Dales, a not-for-profit human services organization provides services to children and young adults with severe and profound mental and physical disabilities. It has always been the primary focus to serve people with significant medical needs. Hills & Dales values a quality of life that enhances dignity, upholds rights and encourages choices by the individual.

"It is our work, guided by our mission of building meaningful lives to serve our stakeholders; including residents and clients, their families, employees and society at large. We strive to make a positive difference in the quality of life of each individual we support."

Jack Mescher, Chief Executive Officer