Direct Support Lead: Sign-On Bonus & Empowerment

Lutheran Social Service of MN; Bemidji (MN); On-site; USD 21,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hiring bonus $2,500

ALIVE Workplace (Supportive, Positive,

Fun environment

Wage increase after 6 months to up to

up to $18.50/hour

Job summary

Lutheran Social Service of Minnesota in Bemidji, MN seeks a Direct Support Professional - Lead Float to support individuals, develop their natural support networks, and advocate in medical care and the community. You will help with daily living tasks, driving, and may accompany overnight trips, while documenting and attending required trainings.

Responsibilities include observing, listening, and responding with dignity, and helping individuals become more independent through skill-building in

Qualifications

• Experience working with vulnerable populations required.
• Experience and/or training of at least one year with individuals with disabilities preferred.
• Medication administration training required (may be obtained after hire).
• First Aid training required, and CPR certificate may be required (may be obtained after hire).
• Mental Health certification may be required (may be obtained after hire).
• Bureau of Criminal Affairs background study clearance required.
• Driver's license required.
• Motor Vehicle Check (MVR) with a satisfactory driving record required.
• Ability to read, write, and use computer required.
• Basic math and problem-solving skills required.
• Ability to recognize boundaries.
• Ability to suggest and implement strategies to enhance the service.
• Patience, self-control, and flexibility.
• Computer skills that support Lutheran Social Service of Minnesota (LSS) technology.

Responsibilities

• Provide support and assistance to the individual to develop, enhance, renew, and continue their natural support network.
• Advocate for the individuals in medical care and in the community.
• Observe, listen, and respond to the individuals with dignity and respect - including in emergency situations.
• Assist with meal preparation, personal hygiene, medication administration, cleaning, and laundry.
• Participate in a variety of events and activities, including driving and possibly overnight trips.
• Complete the necessary documentation and record keeping, participate in all required training and meetings and other duties as assigned.

Skills

Vulnerable populations

Disabilities experience

Medication administration

First Aid & CPR

Background check

Driver's license

MVR check

Computer literacy

Math & problem-solving

Boundaries recognition

Service improvement

Patience & flexibility

LSS computer systems

Job description

Lutheran Social Service of Minnesota in Bemidji, MN seeks a Direct Support Professional - Lead Float to support individuals, develop their natural support networks, and advocate in medical care and the community. You will help with daily living tasks, driving, and may accompany overnight trips, while documenting and attending required trainings.

Responsibilities include observing, listening, and responding with dignity, and helping individuals become more independent through skill-building in