Hawley, MN - Caregiver/Direct Support Professional

ccrimoorhead; Hawley (MN); On-site; USD 23,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible schedules

Weekend differential $2/hr

Mileage reimbursement

Referral bonus

Overtime opportunities

401k match

Paid time off

Scholarships

Job summary

CCRI in Moorhead, MN seeks Direct Support Professionals to support four residents in Hawley, providing personal/medical care, behavioral support, and community engagement.

We offer flexible shifts, with a pay range of $17.00 to $20.40 per hour plus a $2.00/hour weekend differential. Mileage reimbursement, referral bonuses, overtime, and career advancement opportunities are available.

Qualifications

• English language proficiency with the ability to clearly write and express thoughts.
• Comfortable using computers and/or smart technology.
• GPS capability and device usage.
• Valid driver’s license and car insurance.
• Minimum age 16 years.

Responsibilities

• Assist individuals with personal and medical cares as needed.
• Provide behavioral support and aid independence.
• Help clients engage in community activities and daily living.
• Support day-start routines, medications, transportation, and meals.

Skills

English proficiency

Technical skills

GPS capability

Driver's license

Reliable transportation

Age 16+

Job description

Hawley, MN - Caregiver/Direct Support Professional

Support individuals with disabilities to live more independently.

Previous experience is not required.

We are hiring caregivers to work at our home in Hawley, MN. In this role, you will support four unique individuals in a variety of ways, from assisting with personal and medical cares to behavioral support.

What kind of hours?

We offer a variety of flexible options to best fit your schedule! There are opportunities to work with people who may need medical care, behavioral care, or need support in social environments.

Short or long shifts include weekdays, weekends, afternoons, early mornings, evenings, and intermittent sleep overnights. We will work with you to figure out the best option for you.

What is a Direct Support Professional (DSP)?

Our DSPs work in the homes of people with disabilities and support them in living more independently. They help their clients become engaged in their community and encourage them to make their own choices.

A DSP assists people in participating in life's essential activities such as helping them start their day, take medications, get to work, manage money and household tasks, prepare meals, and so much more.

If you aren't familiar with the term Direct Support Professional (DSP), similar job titles might be Caregiver, Personal Care Attendant (PCA), Home Health Aide, Nursing Assistant, Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) or Direct Care Provider.

What's in it for you?

• Flexible schedules-a variety of part-time and full-time positions to fit your other jobs or life commitments.
• Pay range is $17.00 to $20.40 per hour, dependent on related experience and hours with shift differentials.
• $2.00 more per hour from 5 P.M. Friday until 10 P.M. Sunday.
• Mileage reimbursement for those traveling from outside of Hawley, MN (42 miles round trip at 60¢ = $25.20)
• Employee referral bonus program.
• Overtime opportunities.
• Reimbursement for mileage and activity fees.
• Monthly scheduling.
• Scholarship opportunities.
• Internal advancement opportunities.
• Academic experience for a variety of careers such as nursing, pre-med, social work, special education, and more.
• Benefits offered to eligible full-time team members or those meeting the Affordable Care Act (ACS) standards.
  • Health Plan (HDHP)
  • Health Savings Account with CCRI annual contributions
  • Dental
  • Vision
  • Flexible Spending Account for medical and dependent care
  • Term life insurance
  • Up to a 4% match on 401k contributions (immediately 100% vested and available after one year of employment)
  • Paid time off (vacation and sick)

What we would love from you.

• English language proficiency with the ability to clearly write and express thoughts.
• Technical skills-must be comfortable and proficient in using computers and/or smart technology.
• Cell phone or device with GPS capability.
• Dependable transportation, a valid driver's license, and car insurance. Driving record must meet CCRI insurability standards.
• Be at least 16 years of age.

What is CCRI?

We support more than 400 people living in Minnesota throughout the Moorhead, Hawley, Barnesville and Breckenridge communities.

Open until filled.

Our main office is located in Moorhead, Minnesota, across the river from Fargo, North Dakota.

AA/EOE