Direct Support Professional / DSP / Caregiver

AbleLight; BLOOMINGTON (MN); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental and vision benefits

403(b) retirement with employer match

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Referral bonuses

Job summary

AbleLight in Bloomington, MN is seeking Direct Support Professionals to empower individuals with developmental disabilities to live independently. You will support residents with daily living activities, accompany them on errands, and join them for community events, promoting personal goals.

Roles involve lifting up to 50 pounds and require an active driver’s license, background check, and CPR/First Aid certification if not already held.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years or older.
• Active driver’s license in good standing with clean driving record.
• Willing to pass a background check.
• Willing to complete CPR and First Aid course if not already certified.

Responsibilities

• Assist residents with dining, mobility, health and hygiene activities.
• Accompany residents during errands and community activities.
• Attend special events and outdoor or social activities with individuals.

Skills

Active driver's license

Background check

CPR & First Aid

Lift 50 pounds

Job description

Schedule Available: Fri 2p-10p & Every Other Sat & Sun 8a-8p

Location Hiring: Bloomington, MN

Direct Support Professionals, DSP’s, Caregivers are all terms that can be used synonymously. These are the talented individuals that we are always keeping an eye out for, who take the best care of the people we support, who happen to be individuals with developmental disabilities.

Direct Support Professionals empower individuals with developmental disabilities to live their most independent lives possible by:

• Helping residents with dining, mobility, health, and hygiene activities
• Accompanying individuals while running errands
• Attending special community occasions and fun activities like outdoor walks, games, and social events
• Assisting our individuals in achieving their personal goals and desires

Minimum Requirements:

• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Must possess an active driver’s license that is in good standing with a good driving record.
• Willing and able to pass a background check.
• Willing to complete an Adult CPR and First Aid course (if you have this already, even better).
• Embody patience, kindness, and possess a servant’s heart and hands.
• Be able to lift, push, and pull at least 50 pounds.

The Benefits of Working at AbleLight for those scheduled 30+ hours per week:

• Medical (with access to Teledoc), dental and vision benefits starting the first of the month, following 30 days of employment.
• 403(b) Retirement savings plan with up to 3.5% employer matching.
• Paid time off
• Tuition Reimbursement
• No cap on employee referral bonuses.
• Any-Day-Pay via “DayForce Wallet” which allows you to access your pay as soon as you’ve earned it at zero cost to you!