Direct Support Professional

R&M WELTY INC.; Blaine (MN); On-site; USD 23,419 - 27,552; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off

401K after 1 year

Short-term & Long-term Disability Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

A supportive care organization in Blaine seeks a Direct Support Professional. This entry-level role involves working with vulnerable adults, ensuring their safety, and providing daily support and medication administration. Candidates should be 18+, possess a valid driver's license, and have effective communication skills. The job offers competitive pay of $17 - $20/hour and various benefits, including health insurance and paid time off. Sign on bonus of $500 available.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years or older.
• Valid driver’s license required.
• Ability to pass DHS background and motor vehicle records check.
• Experience in a similar role preferred.
• Must be physically able to perform all job duties, including lifting and transfers.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills in English.

Responsibilities

• Work directly with vulnerable adults living with mental illnesses.
• Ensure safety and well-being of persons served.
• Assist with daily living skills and active treatment services.
• Administer medications and document services.
• Communicate effectively with stakeholders.

Skills

Communication skills

Compassion

Patience

Respect for others

Job description

Start a new career as aDirect Support Professionalwith R&M Welty at our Blaine location!

As a member of our team, you will join us in offering a safe, comfortable home setting to support our persons served in their efforts to maintain a high quality and satisfaction of life.

Why Join Us?

• Meaningful Impact: Make a difference in the lives of others every day
• Competitive Pay: $17/hour - $20/hour based on experience
• Sign On Bonus: $500!
• Schedule: 3pm - 11pm |Week 1: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday and Saturday|Week 2: Sunday, Monday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday|Alternating Weekends and occasional Holidays required
• Supportive Team: Continued support throughout your career!
• Quick Hiring: Apply today and hear back within 48 hours

What You'll Do:

• Work directly with vulnerable adults living with mental illnesses.
• Ensure the safety and well-being of the persons served at all times.
• Reflect the values of respect for others, honesty, patience, and compassion through your communication skills, interpersonal, and professional relationships.
• Assist the persons served on active treatment services, daily living skills, administering medications, transporting persons served, communication and documentation, health and safety, and continued development.

What You'll Need:

• Must be 18 years or older.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Ability to pass a DHS background and Motor Vehicle Records check.
• 1 year of experience in a similar role preferred.
• Must be physically able to perform all job duties, including lifting, transfers, and emergency interventions.
• Must be able to communicate effectively, verbally and in writing, in English to follow care plans, document services and interact with stakeholders.

Benefits Available to You:

• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off
• 401K for staff over the age of 21 after 1 year of employment
• Short-term & Long-term Disability Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program

Seniority level

• Entry level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Customer Service
• Industries: Wireless Services, Telecommunications, and Communications Equipment Manufacturing

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