Direct Support Professional - Bloomington, MN

Only for registered members Bloomington, MN, United States

22 hours ago

$26,000 - $42,000 (USD) per year *

* This salary range is an estimation made by beBee

Weekly Schedule: Tuesday & Wednesday (10am-2pm), Weekends (12pm-4pm) · We are seeking a compassionate and skilled Direct Support Professional (DSP) to join our team and provide high-quality care and support to individuals with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities. The ...

Job description

Weekly Schedule: Tuesday & Wednesday (10am-2pm), Weekends (12pm-4pm)

We are seeking a compassionate and skilled Direct Support Professional (DSP) to join our team and provide high-quality care and support to individuals with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities. The DSP will empower the individuals we support to excel to their fullest potential in all aspects of their life. The successful candidate will have strong communication and problem-solving skills and be able to ensure person-centered, high quality support and programming is provided at all times. The Direct Support Professional will be dedicated and reliable, and will always ensure the health, safety and on-going growth of the individuals we work with.

Responsibilities:

Ensure consistent, person-centered support
Assist with daily activities, such as bathing, dressing, and grooming (as needed)
Provide or assist with transportation to appointments and other activities as needed
Participate in recreational activities, including outings and community events
Deliver needs-based support according to individual plans and programming
Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of care provided and report any changes in the individual's condition to the appropriate team members
Complete all required shift documentation including, but not limited to, Daily Log Notes, Outcomes, MARs, Heath Needs Records, Provisions of Care, Incident Reports, etc.
Collaborate with other team members to ensure continuity of care and services
Abide by all organization policies and procedures and all DHS requirements under MN 245D
Other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

Cleared DHS Background Study
Valid driver's license, current insurance and reliable transportation
Minimum of 1 year of experience as a direct support professional or in a similar role
Strong communication and problem-solving skills
Ability to multitask and handle a high-volume workload
Ability to work collaboratively with other team members
Ability to learn and utilize required technology

Job Demands & Conditions:

Must arrive to work on time and complete the duration of all regularly scheduled shifts
Shifts may vary including morning, day and evenings
Shifts may include sitting, standing, or walking for extended periods of time
Shifts will involve actively engaging with the individual in their preferred activities (walking, drawing, playing catch, etc.)
Shifts may include routine cleaning tasks and home maintenance responsibilities
Personal phone use must be limited to breaks, emergencies and supervisor-approved times
Shifts will involve regular travel in the community using personal vehicle
Shifts will involve regular contact with service recipients, staff, family members and the general public
May be subject to physically aggressive and/or emotionally upset individuals
Must be able to bend and lift up to 50 pounds

Perks:

Competitive wage
Positive and supportive work environment

Key 360 Support Services, LLC is an EEO Employer - M/F/Disability/Protected Veteran Status

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