Direct Support Professional

Description
Job description
We are looking for qualified individuals who can work with people with Mental Health diagnoses and support them in the role of a Direct Support Professional.
If you have personal or professional experience supporting individuals with Intellectual Disabilities, we may have the job for you! We are looking for DSP's that have a passion for helping others, love empowering individuals to reach their goals, and who always put the person served first. The Direct Support Professional plays a vital role in ensuring the health and well-being of the individuals that live in our apartment settings.
This position is an on location position at our apartment settings. 3 years Experience in working in an apartment setting doing Direct Supports is required.
Shifts By Location:
Fridley - Part/ Full Time: 3pm to 11pm
Saint Paul - 7AM-3PM, 3PM to 11 PM Weekends only
Minneapolis - Weekends only 7AM-3PM or 3pm to 11pm
Duties and Responsibilities:
Direct Support Professionals are responsible for assisting individuals with their day-to-day activities. Each individual we support has varying abilities and interests, so responsibilities may vary based on their needs.
- The individuals we serve require support and encouragement to reach their hopes, dreams, and goals.
- Most of the individuals require assistance with medication administration and supervision.
- Direct Support Professionals are required to ensure that assigned tasks and other preferred activities are supported throughout their shift and done in a person-centered way.
- Communication with other DSP's and supervisors is a must, as is documenting the events of the day.
Requirements and Qualifications:
- Experience working with individuals with Mental Health Diagnosis/ Intellectual Disabilities.
- Passion for helping individuals and a person-centered approach to service delivery.
- Must pass a Background Study
- Valid Driver's License
Job Types:
- Full-Time/ Part Time
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Required)
Experience:
- Direct Support: 3 year (Required)
- Medication Administration: 1 year (Preferred)
License/Certification:
- Driver's License (Required)
Work Location: We have three sites to choose from listed below, please indicate which location you are interested in
- Saint Paul
- Fridley
- Minneapolis
Work Remotely
- No
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: $18.00 - $19.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Mileage reimbursement
- Paid time off
- Referral program
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- Day shift
- Evening shift
Application Question(s):
- Which Location are you interested in?
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Required)
Experience:
- Direct support at a facility: 3 years (Required)
License/Certification:
- Insurance and Drivers License (Required)
Shift availability:
- Day Shift (Preferred)
- Night Shift (Preferred)
Work Location: In person