In Home DSP

Lutheran Social Service of Minnesota; Brainerd (MN); Hybrid; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Alive Workplace

Hiring bonus

Job summary

Lutheran Social Service of Minnesota is seeking an In-Home Direct Support Professional to provide guidance, encouragement, and safety to individuals with disabilities. You will support them in their homes or communities and help implement their individual plans.

The role focuses on developing living skills, maintaining independence, and accurate documentation, with mandatory meetings/trainings per regulations. CPR/First Aid preferred after hire. LSS values trust and teamwork.

Qualifications

• A valid driver's license, acceptable driving record, and a Motor Vehicle Check.
• Background check completed successfully.
• Medication administration training completed.
• Computer and math skills.
• Ability to read, write, solve problems, and follow directions.
• Good decision-making and emergency response abilities.
• Ability to recognize boundaries, exhibit patience, and self-control.
• CPR/First Aid certification preferred (may be obtained after hire).

Responsibilities

• Provide guidance, encouragement, support, comfort, security, and safety through relationship building and direct interaction.
• Support individuals in homes or within their community and assist with individual plans, hopes, and dreams.
• Help individuals develop essential living skills and increase independence.
• Maintain documentation and perform record keeping; participate in meetings/trainings per regulations.
• Advocate for individuals and uphold the rights and dignity of those served.

Skills

Driver's license

Background check

Medication administration

Computer skills

Reading & writing

Decision making

Boundaries & patience

CPR/First Aid

Job description

As an In-Home Direct Support Professional, you will provide guidance, encouragement, support, comfort, security, and safety through relationship building and direct interaction to individuals with disabilities. You will support individuals in their homes or within their community and assist in the development and monitoring of their individual plans, hopes, and dreams. You will support individuals in developing their essential living skills by maintaining/increasing their independence. You will be required to maintain documentation, perform record keeping, and participate in periodic meetings/trainings in accordance with regulations. Most importantly, you will need to have the advocacy skills that are expected of all staff that works for Lutheran Social Service of Minnesota (LSS).

Qualifications and Requirements:

• A valid driver's license, acceptable driving record, and a Motor Vehicle Check.
• Successfully meet the requirements of a background check.
• Successful completion of medication administration training.
• Computer and math skills.
• Able to read, write, solve problems, and accept/follow through with directions.
• Good decision-making skills and the ability to respond to any emergency situations that may arise.
• Able to recognize boundaries and exhibit patience, self-control, and flexibility.
• CPR/First Aid certification is preferred (may be obtained after hire).

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!

*To be eligible for a hiring bonus you must meet the following requirements:

• 40% FTE or greater
• Remain up to date on all trainings
• Work all scheduled shifts

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