Part Time Direct Support Professional - Windom

Hope-Haven-Inc.; Windom (MN); On-site; USD 18,000 - 24,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

403B Retirement Plan

PTO

Holidays

Bereavement Leave

FMLA

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Dayforce Wallet (Pay on Demand)

Job summary

Hope Haven is seeking Direct Support Professionals to assist individuals in achieving personal goals and daily living skills, while ensuring physical, emotional, and social needs are met in a respectful, person-centered way.

Evening shifts are 5:30pm–8:00pm, three days per week, offering a meaningful entry into Human Services. You will document progress, coordinate transportation when needed, support community participation, and work as part of a collaborative team.

Qualifications

• Good written and verbal communication skills required.
• Basic computer skills expected.
• High school diploma or GED preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide support and training per the service plan.
• Assist with hygiene, bathing, toileting, escort, mealtime support.
• Document client logs and charts within 24 hours or per policy.
• Support daily activity schedules and transportation as needed.
• Promote safety and positive team communication.

Skills

Communication skills

Basic computer skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Direct Support Professionals (DSP) provide support to our clients based on their individual goals, which always include making sure their physical, mental, emotional, and social needs are met. Whether this is your first job or a career change, you’ll find Hope Haven’s Direct Support Professional position is a great way for you to get started in the field of Human Services. You’ll start each day with the intention to make a profound and positive difference, and you’ll end each day doing exactly that.

Shifts- 5:30pm-8:00pm

• 3 days per week

Benefits: (contingent on hours scheduled and eligibility requirements)

• Health Insurance coverage by Wellmark Blue Cross Blue Shield
• Free $15,000 Term Life Insurance Policy
• 403B Retirement Plan with 8% employer match after one year
• Flex Spending – put aside pretax dollars used for medical & dependent care reimbursement.
• Supplemental Benefits: Accident, Critical Illness, Dental, Vision, Short Term Disability, Long Term Disability, and Voluntary Life.
• Paid Time Off (PTO) and Temporary Medical Leave (TML)
• Holidays based on status of employment
• Bereavement Leave
• Military Leave
• Jury Duty
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• FMLA (Family Medical Leave Act)
• Student Loan Forgiveness (PSLF Program)
• BVU Partnership Educational Benefits
• Pay on Demand with Dayforce Wallet

Duties and Responsibilities:

• A belief that individuals with a disability can fully participate in societal roles, alongside community members without disabilities. Maximizing opportunities for the development of individual relationships with community members.
• Provide support and training to individuals as identified in the service plan and assure individual’s physical and mental needs are being cared for, which may include hygiene, bathing/showering, toileting, escort, transition time, and mealtime assistance.
• Teach self-control and self-management skills in accordance with departmental training.
• Complete documentation requirements (client logs, charts) as determined by the Service Plan and regulations at the end of the shift or within 24 hours with supervisor approval.
• Support individuals in developing and carrying out a daily schedule of activities tailored to meet the needs of the person being supported.
• Assist individuals in arranging necessary appointments and transportation as needed and assure the appropriate documentation has been completed
• Promote personal safety and safety measures among team and clients being supported. Follow all safety procedures.
• Be a TEAM PLAYER by promoting positive communication and working relationships with all team members and the community.

Qualifications:

• High school graduate or ability to obtain GED/HSED (High School Equivalency Diploma) preferred
• Good written and verbal communication skills and have basic computer skills.
• Valid Class C driver’s license required, unless driving a vehicle with a capacity of 8 or more, then a Class “D” license will be required and be an insurable driver with our insurance company.
• Must pass a health assessment at time of hire and ability to maintain up to date health assessment as requested per regulations.
• Clearance from all applicable background checks as required by service standards.
• Reliable transportation.
• Provide proof of state minimum liability insurance coverage.