Direct Support Professional (DSP) -Northgate

Mt Olivet Rolling Acres•Chaska, MN

7d•$18

About The Position

Job Summary: Direct Support Professionals (DSP) assist clients with all the activities of daily living, personal cares, and program implementation. Responsible for the daily well-being and safety of the clients, while ensuring adequate supervision. Assist with household maintenance and housekeeping and is responsible for various tasks to support the home. Mount Olivet Rolling Acres - MORA - is a diverse and inclusive nonprofit that has supported adults, seniors and children with developmental disabilities, behavioral health needs as well as age-related and chronic medical conditions for over 50 years in the Twin Cities metro. MORA provides an array of services: Adult Day Services, Contracted Case Management, Community Supports, over 30 Residential Homes, Respite, Therapeutic Recreation, Training for Guardians & Families, and a Discover Summer Daytime Programming for Youth with Diabilities. Our Metro Crisis Coordination Program (MCCP) offers a safety net of crucial and cost-effective services for adults and children. Schedule: Week 1 Sun 8am-10pm, Wed 2pm-10pm, Thurs 2pm-9pm, Fri 2pm-9pm Week 2 Wed 2pm-10pm, Thurs 2pm-9pm, Fri 2pm-9pm, Sat 8am-10pm Hourly Base Rate : $18.00 per hour Weekend differential +$2.00 hour for hours between Fri 10pm and Sun 10pm Overnight differential +$1.00 hour for hours between 10pm and 6am ($12.13 per hour sleep hours only when assigned) $1,500 Retention Bonus for full-time staff & $750 for part-time staff. Paid out over 1 year.

Requirements

Must pass Department of Human Services background check and maintain qualified status
Must not be excluded from working in government health programs by the Office of Inspector General
Must be able to successfully complete company’s physical job demands document.
Must have a valid current driver’s license and must have vehicle insurance as required by state law
Successful completion of Medication Administration class, regularly passes medications using correct procedure without error
Ability to use the computer and do so in alignment with client needs and company procedures

Nice To Haves

At least 1 year of experience with clients with intellectual/developmental disabilities
Interest in supporting clients with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities, and/or mental health needs

Responsibilities

Assists clients with daily cares, medical needs and supports, ADLs and mental health supports
Assists individuals with a daily routine, providing opportunities for choice and presenting creative options as needed. The daily routine includes, but is not limited to: hygiene, domestic tasks, leisure time usage, grooming, socializing, budgeting, money usage, safety and health, studying, homework completion if applicable, and participating as a member of the community.
Plans and implements recreation, leisure and community activities
Drives to/from and accompanies client/s at appointments and community activities using a company vehicle during all hours of operation
Assists individuals supported in establishing and maintaining community relationships and facilitating friendships.
Demonstrates an understanding of the person as a unique individual and how to implement programs in accordance with the Coordinated Service and Support Plan (CSSP), Coordinated Service and Support Plan Addendum (CSSP-A), and Individual Abuse Prevention Plan
Provides person-centered services demonstrated through practice, action, and language
Maintains a working knowledge of person(s) history, skills, areas of vulnerabilities, habilitation plans, and emergency procedures.
Participates in the support team process; assists with developing, and implementing goals
Maintains and performs proper administration and documentation of all prescribed medication, treatments, diets, and/or exams, or as otherwise directed by the CSSP and CSSP-A.
Maintains confidentiality in accordance with HIPPA and MORA policies and procedures.
Prepare meals following planned menu for clients in the home and complete weekly food ordering as needed and/or scheduled
Assists with daily housekeeping and household maintenance
Completes house quality improvement assessments and addresses identified issues as needed.
Ensures adequate supervision of clients, including remaining on shift until a replacement employee arrives
Works harmoniously with and shows respect to all internal and external individuals
Communicates effectively with others at work verbally and in writing, using the primary spoken language of clients in the home
Completes all mandatory training either determined by MORA or 245D regulations
Reads and follows company policies and procedures
Remains awake at all times unless working an assigned sleeping shift.
Documents program data and daily log information accurately and in a timely fashion
Collaborates with the team to complete other duties as assigned or as needed

Benefits

Medical insurance with company sponsored health reimbursement account and health savings account
Dental insurance
Life insurance; employee, spouse, and children’s coverage options
Long-term disability and short-term disability
Flexible spending; medical and dependent care
403B retirement plans that match after 1 years of employment
Paid time off up to three weeks annually which increases after the first year of employment
Opportunity for usage of our private vacation property west of Duluth (McGregor, MN)
Awards for outstanding employee performance and promotion opportunities
Generous tuition reimbursement and scholarship opportunities!
Many opportunities for advancement. Mount Olivet Rolling Acres promotes from within