Direct Support Professional (Field Setting)($19+ An Hour)

We are seeking DSPs to service clients within the St Paul and surrounding areas on a full-time or part-time basis

The driving radius is within 25- 30 minutes of your home to limit excessive traveling for you with gas mileage reimbursement provided and paid driving time.

We typically meet with clients between the hours of 8am to 7pm. Full time DSP schedules are either 8-4, 9-5, or 10-6. -- late evenings and overnight hours are not available for staffing.

This area offers room for career growth as we are looking to train and promote from within to senior leadership roles.

Please note that this is not a group home setting, our DSP's will be meeting with clients in their own residences. This role is similar to an IHS (In home support) or ILS (Independent Living Skills) position.

Responsibilities

• No personal cares (no bathing, toileting, med passing, cleaning, etc)
• Meet with clients, one on one, in their homes on a regularly scheduled basis - gas mileage reimbursement provided with paid driving time
• Transporting clients as needed throughout the community for appointments and activities - gas mileage reimbursement provided with paid driving time
• Support clients through creative, thoughtful, problem-solving
• Understand and work to follow through with support plan goals
• Assist individuals in planning and structuring time together
• Timely completion of documentation of activities and progress as directed by supervisor
• Clear and professional communication with clients, Field Coordinators, and members of the support team

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent
• 2+ years of customer service experience
• 1+ year(s) in the human service experience
• Reliable car that is well maintained and suitable for client transportation
• Valid driver’s license and valid car insurance
• Ability to pass a criminal background check
• Ability to pass and maintain required training for DHS compliance such as CPR/First aid and HIPAA

Essential Functions

• Occasionally move up to 20lbs for various client needs.
• Ability to remain in a stationary position for up to 75% of the session
• Frequently move within and about the clients’ residence and/or community, including ascending/descending stairs or ladders.
• Have and maintain a valid driver's license
• Frequently, and throughout the session, verbally communicate with clients
• Ability to view clients in-person throughout sessions

Our Direct Support Professional staff work one on one with a client, in their own homes and in the community, to focus on goals that they have set for themselves, build skills that empower them, and help them to engage and integrate with their community while remaining independent.

Some of the DSP tasks include:

• Scheduling and attending medical appointments
• Assisting with day-to-day tasks i.e grocery shopping and running errands etc.
• Finance management i.e. helping them navigate technology to pay bills etc.
• Participating in a fun activity or hobby
• Providing genuine companionship and reliable support

We’re looking for a DSP who shares our Core Values:

• We do the right thing by those we serve and partner with within our community.
• We strive for continuous improvement in everything that we do
• We take initiative to solve problems.
• We are energetic and creative
• We cultivate positive communities through connections and collaboration.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $19.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Retirement plan

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Application Question(s):

• Do you have access to a reliable vehicle for client transportation?
• With gas mileage reimbursed, are you willing to travel to and from clients' residences as a daily part of your role?

Experience:

• Human Service: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Required)

Work Location: On the road