Direct Support Specialist: Flexible Schedule & Benefits

St. Francis Health Services; Mankato (MN); On-site; USD 22,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Health insurance (95% employer-paid)

HSA contributions

Life insurance

Retirement plan

Voluntary benefits

EAP

Flexible schedule

Job summary

Prairie Community Services in Mankato, MN is seeking a Direct Support Provider at Hazelwood Home. This full-time, on-site role provides supervision, care and safety to individuals served, with duties including daily living activities, recreation, meal prep, medication management, and community orientation.

Starting wage is $16.00 to $17.00 per hour. The role requires at least 17, DHS background clearance, a valid driver's license, and fluent English; CPR/First Aid, charting daily program

Qualifications

• Minimum age 17 or as required by licensure.
• Must pass DHS background clearance.
• Must have a valid driver’s license.
• Must read, write, communicate and understand English.
• Read, comprehend and follow each person served’s plans and procedures.
• Deliver support based on person-centered services.
• Administer CPR/First Aid when needed.
• Chart daily program information.

Responsibilities

• Provide supervision, care and safety to individuals served.
• Assist with daily living activities, recreation, and community orientation.
• Medication management, meal preparation, laundry and cleaning.
• Chart daily program information.

Skills

English literacy

Driver's license

Background clearance

CPR/First Aid

Communication

Job description

Prairie Community Services in Mankato, MN is seeking a Direct Support Provider at Hazelwood Home. This full-time, on-site role provides supervision, care and safety to individuals served, with duties including daily living activities, recreation, meal prep, medication management, and community orientation.

Starting wage is $16.00 to $17.00 per hour. The role requires at least 17, DHS background clearance, a valid driver's license, and fluent English; CPR/First Aid, charting daily program