Direct Support Professional: Compassionate Caregiver, $18+/hr

R&M WELTY INC.; Blaine (MN); On-site; USD 21,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health/dental/vision insurance

Paid time off

401K after 1 year

Short-term & Long-term Disability

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

R&M Welty in Blaine, MN is seeking a DSP 2 - Direct Support Professional 2 to join our compassionate team. Starting pay is $18.00/hour across multiple shifts to support adults receiving high-quality care.

You will work closely with persons served, ensuring health, safety and well-being, while reflecting values of respect, honesty and empathy through all interactions. A rewarding path with opportunities to develop skills in daily living support, medication administration, and collaborative care

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years or older.
• Valid driver's license.
• Ability to pass a DHS background and Motor Vehicle Records check.
• 1+ years of experience in a group home, DSP, or client care role.
• 1+ years of experience in de-escalation/redirection skills.
• Must be physically able to perform all job duties, including lifting, transfers, and emergency interventions.
• Must be able to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing.

Responsibilities

• Work directly with vulnerable adults living with mental illnesses.
• Ensure the health, 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 and professional relationships.
• Assist the persons served with active treatment services, daily living skills, administering medications, and continued development.
• Assist with transportation, documentation of services, implementing and following care plans, and interaction with stakeholders.
• Support the Designated Coordinator with tasks such as scheduling, payroll, reviewing documentation, and delegating tasks to other team members as needed.

Skills

Effective communication

DHS background check

MVR check

De-escalation skills

Job description

R&M Welty in Blaine, MN is seeking a DSP 2 - Direct Support Professional 2 to join our compassionate team. Starting pay is $18.00/hour across multiple shifts to support adults receiving high-quality care.

You will work closely with persons served, ensuring health, safety and well-being, while reflecting values of respect, honesty and empathy through all interactions. A rewarding path with opportunities to develop skills in daily living support, medication administration, and collaborative care