DSP Float staff Direct Support Professional

Family Partners Of Minnesota; Kasson (MN); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

Competitive salary

Opportunity for advancement

Paid time off

Parental leave

Training & development

Job summary

A community support organization in Minnesota is seeking a Direct Support Professional to provide care services, foster relationships, and ensure safety for individuals in a group home and in-home settings. The ideal candidate should possess a high school diploma, strong communication skills, and a willingness to learn. Responsibilities include assisting with personal care, maintaining a clean environment, and documenting services accurately. This role offers competitive salary and benefits including 401(k) matching and paid time off.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Must pass a background study.
• First Aid and CPR certification preferred, training available.

Responsibilities

• Provides direct care services to individuals per their care plan.
• Fosters relationships between coworkers and clients.
• Documents services accurately on each shift.
• Maintains a clean and safe environment.

Skills

Ability to work in a group home

Communication skills

Willingness to learn

Ability to handle physical job aspects

Education

High school diploma, GED, or equivalent

Job description

Benefits

• 401(k) matching
• Competitive salary
• Opportunity for advancement
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Training & development

Direct Support Professional Responsibilities

• Provides direct care services such as bathing, teeth brushing, transfers, etc. to the assigned individuals per their plan of care.
• Fosters positive relationships between coworkers and individuals served.
• Ensure safety by maintaining a clean and safe environment and knowing what to do in case of emergencies.
• Encourages self-help and creative activities.
• Reports changes in individuals’ condition or family situation to administrators and supervisors immediately.
• Documents services provided with accuracy and detail on every shift.
• Performs home management functions such as light housekeeping, laundry, bed making, and cleaning.
• Plans meals, shopping for groceries, preparing and serving food/meals, and clean-up.
• Can accompany and transport individuals served to run errands or meaningful activities in the community.
• Learn medical protocols if any and pass medications as scheduled.
• Able to be a role model and teach a skill to help individuals live independently and in some cases manage their homes.
• Assists with organizational needs, as necessary. This means helping the individuals they support maintain a clean home and ensure that their bedrooms and homes are in order.
• Other duties as assigned.

Direct Support Professional Qualifications / Skills

• Ability to work in a group home, and in-home settings.
• Pass a background study.
• Prior work experience is desired, but a willing-to-learn attitude wins.
• Communication skills (verbally and written) with all levels of personnel, internal and external to the company.
• Ability to handle physical aspects of a job, including bending, stooping, lifting, pushing, pulling, reaching, and walking for periods of time.

Education, Experience, and Licensing Requirements

• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent
• 18 years of age or older
• Valid driver’s license
• First Aid and CPR but can be trained