Direct Support Specialist — Lead Activities & Community Access

Partnership Resources Inc; Saint Louis Park (MN); On-site; USD 21,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Paid holidays off

Medical insurance

Retirement plan with employer match

Free Life AD&D coverage

Free Long-Term Disability coverage

Free Employee Assistance Program

Public Student Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)

Job summary

Partnership Resources, Inc. in Minnesota is seeking a full-time Direct Support Professional (DSP) - Specialist to support adults with developmental and intellectual disabilities in our day program. You will provide dedicated hands-on support to an assigned caseload and help individuals develop life skills.

No experience is required as training is provided. Multilingual candidates speaking Spanish, Hmong, Somali, Oromo or American Sign Language are encouraged to apply to better coordinate

Qualifications

• No experience required; all training is provided.
• Multilingual candidates who speak Spanish, Hmong, Somali, Oromo or American Sign Language encouraged.
• Must pass MN DHS background check.
• Must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.
• Minimum age 18.
• Ability to push/pull/lift 21–50 pounds.
• Ability to stand/walk 6+ hours per day.
• Basic computer skills for report writing and documentation.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement activities building life skills and social engagement.
• Accompany individuals on field trips and volunteer sites.
• Support a caseload including daily documentation and care team meetings.
• Use person-centered strategies to help individuals achieve goals and self-advocate.

Skills

Multilingual

Communication

Documentation

Caregiving

Job description

Partnership Resources, Inc. in Minnesota is seeking a full-time Direct Support Professional (DSP) - Specialist to support adults with developmental and intellectual disabilities in our day program. You will provide dedicated hands-on support to an assigned caseload and help individuals develop life skills.

No experience is required as training is provided. Multilingual candidates speaking Spanish, Hmong, Somali, Oromo or American Sign Language are encouraged to apply to better coordinate