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As of Sep 9, 2026, the average hourly pay for community support assistant in Waterloo, IA is $18.20, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $15.19 and $19.42 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Community Support Assistant vs Social Worker?

AspectCommunity Support AssistantSocial Worker
Required CredentialsHigh school diploma or equivalent; some roles may require certificationBachelor's degree in social work or related field; licensure often required
Work EnvironmentCommunity centers, healthcare facilities, schoolsHospitals, government agencies, private practices
Employer & Industry UsageNonprofits, government programs, healthcare providersPublic and private social service agencies, healthcare organizations
Common Search & Comparison IntentUnderstanding entry-level roles assisting communitiesProviding comprehensive social services and support

The Community Support Assistant typically performs supportive tasks under supervision, focusing on community engagement and basic assistance. In contrast, a Social Worker has a broader scope, often requiring advanced education and licensure, providing in-depth social services. Both roles serve community needs but differ in responsibilities, credentials, and work settings.

Infographic showing various Community Support Assistant job openings in Waterloo, IA as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 74% Full Time, 22% Part Time, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 87% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 11% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $37,862 per year, or $18.2 per hour.

July Vinton Direct Support Professional Community Living

Vinton, IA • On-site

North Star Community Services
11 - 50 employees
Learn more about North Star Community Servicesexternal

$15.95 - $16.87/hr

Full-time

Re-posted 28 days ago

Job description

The Supported Living Program of North Star Community Services in the Vinton area is seeking a Direct Support Professional to provide individualized support to persons receiving services in their homes and communities.
Scheduled work hours:
Monday 9:00 AM-1:00PM.
Tuesday 9:00 AM -1:30 PM
Wednesday 7:30 AM-3:30 PM
Thursday 7:30 AM-2PM
Friday 11:3AM -5 PM
  • Provide training and support to each person served according to their person-centered plan and individualized needs
  • Provide written documentation of services provided according to funding source regulations
  • Assist persons served to accomplish tasks at home and in the community using modifications or adaptations when necessary.
  • Provide assistance to persons served in solving problems
  • Assist persons served to develop natural supports in the community

Other Duties as needed:
  • Provide transportation
  • Dispense medications
  • Participate with persons served in the person-centered planning process
  • Provide assistance with personal care
  • Assist with socialization opportunities
  • Assist persons served with the use of community resources
  • Assist with scheduling and maintaining appointments

Required Skills:
  • Ability to train and support persons with disabilities in a variety of settings
  • Physical ability to assist persons served (see note below)
  • Ability to follow instructions and communicate orally and in writing
  • Ability to positively relate to persons served and their families
  • Ability to work a flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends, and extended hours

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Qualifications and Required Training:
  • High School Diploma or GED
  • One year experience working with people with disabilities
  • Possess a valid driver's license and meet agency driving record requirements
  • Medication Manager Certification
  • Crisis Prevention Intervention Certification
  • Direct Service Provider Curriculum for Supported Community Living Services

NOTE: This position requires physical abilities that include one or more of the following (this is not a comprehensive list): pushing or pulling persons in wheelchairs, transferring persons weighing at least 100 pounds to and from wheelchairs with another staff person, lifting 25 pounds, frequent bending, stooping, kneeling motions, physical interventions.
Supervises: No supervisory responsibilities
Supervised by: Service Coordinator or Site Supervisor
For more information about North Star Community Services, visit us on the web at www.northstarcs.org
Equal Opportunity Employer
Applicants for this position will be required will have completed a criminal conviction history and dependent abuse registry check and reviewed prior to confirmation of an offer of employment.

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