DSP Assistant: Afternoons

Lutheran Social Service of MN; Faribault (MN); On-site; USD 20,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Lutheran Social Service of Minnesota is seeking a Direct Support Professional Assistant to join our team. You will help individuals pursue their hopes and personal outcomes, addressing situations that arise and ensuring a safe, secure environment through direct interaction.

This role requires the ability to read, write, and use computer skills, along with a background in first aid/CPR and a valid driver's license. Experience with vulnerable populations and disabilities is preferred.

Qualifications

• Experience with vulnerable populations preferred.
• Experience and/or training of at least one year with individuals with disabilities preferred.
• Medication administration training required (may be obtained after turning 18).
• First Aid training required, and CPR Certificate may be required (may be obtained after hire).
• Bureau of Criminal Affairs background study clearance required.
• Driver's license required.
• MVR with a satisfactory driving record required upon turning 18 years of age. Cannot drive an LSS vehicle until 18 years of age, completed vehicle safety training and implementation of an MVR.
• Ability to read, write, and use computer skills required.
• Basic math and problem-solving skills required.
• Ability to recognize boundaries.
• Ability to suggest and implement strategies to enhance the service.
• Patience, self-control, and flexibility.
• Computer skills that support LSS technology.

Responsibilities

• Participate as a member of the team and foster an environment that supports individuals in pursuit of their hopes and personal outcomes.
• Address situations as they arise and ensure a safe and secure environment.
• Provide guidance, encouragement, support, comfort, security, and safety for individuals through direct interaction.

Skills

Vulnerable populations

Disabilities experience

Reading & writing

Computer skills

Problem-solving

Patience

Flexibility

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Medication administration training

First Aid training

CPR certification

MVR driving record

Job description

• Upon completion of six months of consistent employment, there is an opportunity to obtain a wage increase up to $17.50/hour.

Job Summary:

As a Direct Support Professional Assistant, you will participate as a member of the team and foster an environment that supports individuals in pursuit of their hopes, dreams, and personal outcomes. You will address any situations that may arise and ensure a safe and secure environment. You will provide guidance, encouragement, support, comfort, security, and safety for the individuals we support through direct interaction.

Qualifications and Requirements:

• Experience working with vulnerable populations preferred.
• Experience and/or training of at least one year with individuals with disabilities preferred.
• Medication administration training required (may be obtained after turning 18 years of age).
• First Aid training required, and CPR Certificate may be required (may be obtained after hire).
• Bureau of Criminal Affairs background study clearance required.
• Driver's license required.
• Motor Vehicle Check (MVR) with a satisfactory driving record required upon turning 18 years of age. Cannot drive an LSS vehicle until 18 years of age, completed vehicle safety training and implementation of an MVR.
• Ability to read, write, and use computer skills required.
• Basic math and problem-solving skills required.
• Ability to recognize boundaries.
• Ability to suggest and implement strategies to enhance the service.
• Patience, self-control, and flexibility.
• Computer skills that support LSS technology.

Lutheran Social Service of Minnesota is a dynamic social service organization serving children, youth and families, people with disabilities, older adults, and military veterans. Trustworthiness is a value and strength shared by our employees and recognized by the communities we serve. We offer an Alive Workplace (Supportive, Positive and Fun) and careers that challenge, energize, and reward employees. Consider joining us!

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