Direct Support Professional - Bemidji, MN - Job

About the position

Odayin House is seeking a Direct Support Professional to join our amazing Behavioral Healthcare Team. We are looking for individuals who are compassionate and enjoy working with others. This role involves providing support to residents with social and emotional disabilities, fostering their self-confidence and self-worth. The position requires active engagement with residents, program development, and maintaining proper documentation. We offer day and evening shifts, with all shifts requiring work every other weekend. A $350 sign-on bonus is available for new hires.

Responsibilities

• Provide an atmosphere that will stimulate resident's development of self-confidence and self-worth.
• Be responsible as a Direct Support Professional on duty for residents including program development, daily goal work, and proper documentation.
• Be active with residents at all appropriate times, stimulating positive social interactions.
• Provide education and assistance to residents in managing resident's personal funds.
• Complete daily, weekly, quarterly and annual documentation for all residents.
• Provide a positive, supportive atmosphere toward residents and other staff.
• Maintain open and honest communication with the Program Director and other staff, promoting the concepts of teamwork and support.
• Demonstrate, uphold and support the policies, procedures and philosophy of this facility and organization.

Requirements

• 18 years of age or older
• Must possess a High School Diploma or Equivalent
• Must possess a sincere desire to interact with and support persons with social and emotional disabilities.

Benefits

• $350 sign-on bonus
• Flexible full-time and part-time positions available