Direct Support Professional-In Home Services

Opportunity Partners; Hopkins (MN); On-site; USD 19,320 - 27,517; Part time

Job summary

A mission-driven nonprofit organization is seeking a Direct Support Professional to help individuals with disabilities thrive in their homes and communities. In this role, you will promote independence through recreational activities, meal planning, and problem-solving assistance. This position offers flexibility in scheduling, allowing you to work full-time or part-time, and requires reliable transportation. Join a team that values compassion and makes a positive impact in people's lives.

Qualifications

• Desire to make a difference in the lives of people with disabilities.
• Have reliable transportation and a valid driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Support people with disabilities in their homes.
• Promote hobbies and recreational activities.
• Assist with meal planning and shopping.
• Schedule and attend medical appointments.
• Participate in team meetings and writing care plans.

Skills

Ability to promote recreational activities

Meal planning and cooking

Transportation skills

Ability to work independently

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Direct Support Professional-In Home Services

Why Opportunity Partners?
As part of a mission-focused nonprofit that values positive impact, compassion and partnership in our community, Opportunity Partners will train you for success! Join our award-winning team where you’ll do life-changing work and help advance the quality of lives for people with disabilities. Our staff works together in achieving the common goal that people of all abilities can thrive in the world. If you want to earn more than just a paycheck, please apply today!

Job Summary

As a Direct Support Professional of In-Home Services, you will support people with disabilities to successfully live in their own homes and participate in their communities. You will assist these individuals with increasing their independence and quality of life. Work full time or part time as your schedule allows.

• Schedule: Weekday, evening, and weekend positions available
• Wage: $17.00 per hour

How you will make a difference:

As part of our team, you will support people with disabilities in the following areas:

• Promote hobbies and recreational activities
• Assist with meal planning, grocery/personal shopping, & cooking
• Schedule and attend medical appointments
• Participate in team meetings & writing care plans
• Provide education & opportunities to problem solve with regards to safety skills, social interactions, and self-advocacy

What you will bring to Opportunity Partners

• A desire to make a difference in the lives of people with disabilities
• Work independently with a flexible schedule
• Must have reliable transportation and valid driver's license to drive to people's homes.

Opportunity Partners is an Equal Opportunity employer committed to affirmative action and a welcoming environment for people of diverse communities. Our call to advance diversity, equity and inclusion is rooted in our organizational values and in our mission.

Opportunity Partners is an equal opportunity employer committed to affirmative action and a welcoming work environment for people of diverse communities.