Direct Support Professional — Empower Home & Community Living

ONE FAMILY CARE; Minnetonka (MN); On-site; USD 20,058,000 - 25,789,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible Scheduling

Competitive Compensation

Careers Advancement

Diverse Workplace

Training/Development

Supportive team environment

Job summary

One Family Care, LLC is seeking a Direct Support Professional to provide in-home and community-based support for people with mental, physical, and developmental disabilities. You will partner with a supervisor to schedule visits and tailor plans for each client, with most work performed in clients’ homes and in the community.

You will drive clients to appointments and outings, document progress, and implement daily living activities and behavior strategies to promote independence and safety.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• 1–2 years of supervised experience with individuals with disabilities and/or challenging behaviors or a related degree.
• Degree in Psychology, Social Work, Human Services or related field.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to set boundaries.
• Reliable transportation with a valid driver's license and proof of insurance.
• Knowledge of local community resources is a plus.
• Pass Minnesota DHS Background Study.
• Comfort visiting clients at home and in the community.
• Friendly, outgoing demeanor.
• Expected hours: 15–20+ per week.

Responsibilities

• Review CSSPs and use them as a guide to support clients.
• Collaborate with the client’s support team to plan care.
• Identify client goals and develop plans to achieve them.
• Drive clients to community outings, stores, and appointments.
• Provide supervision and training for daily living tasks.
• Assist clients in researching and accessing community resources.
• Assess risks and help mitigate them.
• Teach skills like cooking, budgeting, and scheduling.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Reliable transportation

Valid driver's license

Experience with disabilities

Education

Degree in Psychology, Social Work, Human Services

Job description

One Family Care, LLC is seeking a Direct Support Professional to provide in-home and community-based support for people with mental, physical, and developmental disabilities. You will partner with a supervisor to schedule visits and tailor plans for each client, with most work performed in clients’ homes and in the community.

You will drive clients to appointments and outings, document progress, and implement daily living activities and behavior strategies to promote independence and safety.