Direct Support Professional - Andover

R&M WELTY INC.; St. Francis (MN); On-site; USD 23,419 - 33,062; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off

401K

Disability insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

A supportive care organization in St. Francis, MN, is seeking a Direct Support Professional to provide essential support for vulnerable adults with mental illnesses. This role includes ensuring their safety, assisting with daily living skills, and maintaining effective communication. The position offers flexible full-time and part-time shifts, a sign-on bonus, and comprehensive benefits including health insurance and paid time off. Candidates must be at least 18 years old and have a valid driver's license.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years or older.
• Valid driver's license required.
• Ability to pass background and Motor Vehicle Records check.
• 1 year of experience in a similar role preferred.
• Physically able to perform all job duties including lifting and transfers.
• Must communicate effectively in English.

Responsibilities

• Work directly with vulnerable adults living with mental illnesses.
• Ensure the safety and well-being of the persons served.
• Assist with medications, daily living skills, and documentation.
• Support the Designated Coordinator with scheduling and payroll tasks.

Skills

Communication skills

Compassion

Patience

Interpersonal skills

Job description

Overview

Start a new career as a Direct Support Professional with R&M Welty at our Andover 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 - $24/hour based on experience
• Sign On Bonus: $500
• Schedule: Full-Time and Part-Time available. 2 Full-Time Shifts Available. Shift: 7AM - 3PM; Week 1 - Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat; Week 2 - Sun, Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri. Shift: 11PM - 7AM; Week 1 - Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat; Week 2 - Sun, Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri. Both Full-Time have alternating weekends and occasional holidays required. The Part-Time Overnight Shift is Week 1 - Sun, Wed, Sat; Week 2 - Sun, Tue, Fri, Sat. The Part-Time Overnight has every weekend and occasional holidays required.
• Supportive Team: Continued support throughout your career
• Quick Hiring: Apply today and hear back within 48 hours

What You7ll 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.
• Support the Designated Coordinator with tasks such as scheduling, payroll, reviewing documentation and delegating tasks to other team members as needed.

What You7ll Need

• Must be 18 years or older.
• Valid driver7s 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