In Home DSP

Ultipro; Litchfield (MN); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Lutheran Social Service of Minnesota is seeking an In-Home Direct Support Professional to provide guidance, encouragement, and safety for individuals with disabilities in their homes and communities. You will help develop individual plans, support living skills, and maintain accurate documentation.

Regular meetings and trainings are part of the role. The position requires a valid driver’s license, background check clearance, and completion of medication administration training.

Qualifications

• Must have a valid driver’s license with acceptable driving record and ability to pass a Motor Vehicle Check.
• Must successfully pass a background check.
• Must complete medication administration training or be willing to obtain.
• Basic computer and math skills required for documentation and record keeping.
• Ability to read, write, solve problems and follow directions.
• Strong decision-making skills and ability to respond to emergencies.
• Ability to recognize boundaries, demonstrate patience, self-control and flexibility.
• CPR/First Aid certification is preferred (may be obtained after hire).

Responsibilities

• Provide guidance, encouragement, support, and safety for individuals with disabilities in their home or community.
• Assist in developing and monitoring individual plans, hopes, and dreams.
• Support independence by teaching essential living skills.
• Maintain documentation and records; attend meetings and trainings per regulations.

Skills

Driver's license

Background check

Medication administration training

Computer skills

Math skills

Reading & writing

Decision-making

Emergency response

Boundaries & patience

CPR/First Aid (preferred)

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!

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