Direct Support Specialist — Flexible Schedule & Benefits

St. Francis Health Services; Thief River Falls (MN); Hybrid; USD 24,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Health insurance

HSA contributions

Life insurance

Retirement plan

EAP

Flexible work schedule

Job summary

Prairie Community Services is seeking a Direct Support Provider in Thief River Falls, MN. This full-time, on-site role focuses on supervising and assisting individuals in daily living activities, meal prep, and community orientation.

Starting wage is $17.50-$18.50 per hour. Qualifications include ability to read and communicate in English, DHS background clearance, a valid driver’s license, and CPR/First Aid when needed.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 17 years of age or as dictated by licensure.
• Must pass DHS background clearance.
• Must have valid driver’s license.
• Must be able to read, write, communicate and understand the English language while conducting company business.
• Read, comprehend, and follow each person served’s program related plans and procedures.
• Deliver support to the person served on principles of person-centered services.
• Administer CPR/First Aid when needed.
• Chart daily program information.

Responsibilities

• Provide supervision, care and safety to individuals being served in areas of daily living, recreation, community orientation, medication management, meal preparation, laundry, and cleaning.

Job description

Prairie Community Services is seeking a Direct Support Provider in Thief River Falls, MN. This full-time, on-site role focuses on supervising and assisting individuals in daily living activities, meal prep, and community orientation.

Starting wage is $17.50-$18.50 per hour. Qualifications include ability to read and communicate in English, DHS background clearance, a valid driver’s license, and CPR/First Aid when needed.