Full-Time Morning Direct Support Professional

A Hiring Company; Otsego (MN); On-site; USD 23,419 - 27,552; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off

401K after 1 year

Short-term & Long-term Disability Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

A supportive care organization in Otsego is seeking a Full-Time Direct Support Professional to work with vulnerable adults. This role involves ensuring safety and providing assistance with daily living skills. Ideal candidates will have effective communication skills, prior experience is preferred, and they must be able to lift and transfer clients. Competitive pay of $17-$20 per hour based on experience and additional benefits including health insurance and paid time off are offered.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years or older.
• Valid driver's license required.
• Ability to pass a DHS background check.
• 1 year of experience in a similar role preferred.
• Physical ability to perform lifting and transfers.
• Effective verbal and written communication in English.

Responsibilities

• Work directly with adults with mental illnesses.
• Ensure safety and well-being of persons served.
• Assist with daily living skills and health needs.
• Support the Designated Coordinator with tasks.
• Document services and care as needed.

Skills

Effective communication

Compassion

Delegation

Patience

Job description

Full-Time Morning Direct Support Professional

Start a new career as a Direct Support Professional with R&M Welty at our Otsego (Ogren House) location! As a member of our team, you will join us in offering a safe, comfortable home setting to support our persons served in their efforts to maintain a high quality and satisfaction of life.

Why Join Us?

• Meaningful Impact: Make a difference in the lives of others every day
• Competitive Pay:$17/hour - $20/hour based on experience
• Sign On Bonus: $500!
• Schedule:Full-Time AM Shift. 7:00am - 3:00pm. This DSP will Float between our Otsego Wright and Otsego Ogren locations. 3 shifts at Ogren. Alternating Weekends and occasional Holidays required
• Supportive Team:Continued support throughout your career!
• Quick Hiring:Apply today and hear back within 48 hours

What You'll Do:

• Work directly with vulnerable adults living with mental illnesses.
• Ensure the safety and well-being of the persons served at all times.
• Reflect the values of respect for others, honesty, patience, and compassion through your communication skills, interpersonal, and professional relationships.
• Assist the persons served on active treatment services, daily living skills, administering medications, transporting persons served, communication and documentation, health and safety, and continued development.
• Support the Designated Coordinator with tasks such as scheduling, payroll, reviewing documentation and delegating tasks to other team members as needed.

What You'll Need:

• Must be 18 years or older.
• Valid driver's license.
• Ability to pass a DHS background and Motor Vehicle Records check.
• 1 year of experience in a similar role preferred.
• Prior leadership experience and the ability to delegate tasks and talk to all levels in the organization.
• Must be physically able to perform all job duties, including lifting, transfers, and emergency interventions.
• Must be able to communicate effectively, verbally and in writing, in English to follow care plans, document services, and interact with stakeholders.

Benefits Available to You:

• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off
• 401K for staff over the age of 21 after 1 year of employment
• Short-term & Long-term Disability Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program

To apply, please complete the required questionnaire. We accept applications on a rolling basis.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and are committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, ancestry, disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, veteran or military status, citizenship status, pregnancy (including childbirth, lactation, and related conditions), political affiliation, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. We are committed to providing an inclusive and accessible recruitment process. If you require accommodations during the interview process, please let us know. Reasonable accommodations will be provided upon request to ensure equal opportunity for all applicants.

Applicants may be subject to a background check. Employees in this position must be able to satisfactorily perform the essential functions of the position. If requested, this organization will make every effort to provide reasonable accommodations to enable employees with disabilities to perform the position’s essential job duties. As markets change and the Organization grows, job descriptions may change over time as requirements and employee skill levels evolve. With this understanding, this organization retains the right to change or assign other duties to this position.