Direct Support Professional (DSP)- St Paul (IHS with Training)

Alpine Home Health•Saint Paul, MN

12d•$20 - $26

About The Position

Do you have the heart to serve? We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated Direct Support Professional (DSP) to join our team. As a DSP, you will be responsible for providing support and assistance to individuals with disabilities in accordance with the 245D regulations. Responsibilities: - Provide direct care and support to individuals with disabilities in a respectful and compassionate manner - Implement individualized care plans and behavior support plans as established by the care team - Accompany and drive individual to appointments, community activities, and run errands - Maintain accurate and timely documentation of services provided -Deliver individualized training and skill-building in areas such as community participation, household management, adaptive skills, meal preparation, budgeting, transportation, personal care, and health and wellness to promote independence -Deliver support and training as outlined in the individual's plan, focusing on skill development and fostering independence. Use person-centered approaches, respect individual preferences, and adapt strategies as needed to meet evolving goals. -Monitor and document progress towards goals, ensuring accurate and up-to-date records - Ability to use the Electronic Verification Visit App to log hours and services -Skill-building and goal setting to promote greater independence within the home and in the community for the individual served

Requirements

Valid driver's license and reliable transportation (not required for night supervision)
Ability to work flexible hours, including weekends and holidays
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Ability to pass a MN Dept of Human Services background check
Have not been excluded from participating in Federal or State Healthcare Programs
Ability to complete Orientation and Positive Support Rule Training online or a combination of in-person and online
Required Vulnerable Adult Training through the Department of Human Service
Must be able to stand, walk, bend, and stoop down to clean and to care for individuals served
Must be able to exert up to 40 pounds of force to move objects
An open mind and a caring demeanor

Nice To Haves

Experience working with individuals with disabilities or vulnerable adults
Knowledge of 245D Home and Community Based Service Standards, prior experience in caregiving or working as a Direct Support Professional, or willing to learn policies prior to assuming responsibilities
CPR or First Aid training or willing to learn prior to assuming responsibilities

Responsibilities

Provide direct care and support to individuals with disabilities in a respectful and compassionate manner
Implement individualized care plans and behavior support plans as established by the care team
Accompany and drive individual to appointments, community activities, and run errands
Maintain accurate and timely documentation of services provided
Deliver individualized training and skill-building in areas such as community participation, household management, adaptive skills, meal preparation, budgeting, transportation, personal care, and health and wellness to promote independence
Deliver support and training as outlined in the individual's plan, focusing on skill development and fostering independence. Use person-centered approaches, respect individual preferences, and adapt strategies as needed to meet evolving goals.
Monitor and document progress towards goals, ensuring accurate and up-to-date records
Ability to use the Electronic Verification Visit App to log hours and services
Skill-building and goal setting to promote greater independence within the home and in the community for the individual served