FT/PT Direct Support Professional I (DSP) - Apple Valley

Lifeworks Services • Apple Valley, MN

24d • $18 - $19 • Onsite

About The Position

Lifeworks is hiring a full-time or part-time Direct Support Professional I for its Day Services department in Apple Valley. The role advocates for and supports people with developmental disabilities or related conditions as they build skills, access opportunities, and work toward personally meaningful goals. Services are delivered in community and center-based settings using a person-centered approach.

The position is Monday through Friday and is non-exempt. Compensation is $17.50–$19.00 per hour. A sign-on bonus of up to $1,500 is paid at 60 and 120 days of employment, and the role is eligible for a yearly bonus.

The successful candidate is mission-driven, flexible, collaborative, and interested in supporting people to develop skills, explore interests, make choices, and achieve goals. They communicate effectively, are comfortable with technology, and are open to learning new skills.

Requirements

• High school diploma.
• Access to reliable transportation for work driving purposes.
• Fluent in English, verbally and in writing.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Valid driver’s license and proof of auto insurance.
• Complete and pass a pre-employment background study, physical, and drug screen.

Responsibilities

• Identify, implement, and document individuals’ preferences, attributes, goals, outcomes, and support needs, including positive support and training strategies detailed in the Support Plan Addendum (SPA).
• Follow person-centered plans, outcomes, and goals, supporting opportunities for choice and respecting what is important to and for each person.
• Support person-centered service development, including sharing ordinary places, building relationships, making choices, being respected, and contributing to the community; this may include attending support team meetings.
• Provide information or training to co-workers about individuals’ service requirements and support needs.
• Assist individuals with personal care routines, including eating, bathroom, and medical assistance.
• Arrange and/or provide transportation to and from community sites, including driving individuals in a personal or Lifeworks vehicle.
• Build and sustain community relationships to improve access to inclusive social opportunities.
• Attend regularly scheduled trainings and team meetings.
• Build community relationships and teach skills related to independence and volunteering; coordinate with employment teams as needed.
• Follow safety procedures and help identify safety needs for self and others.
• Collaborate with the Team Lead to improve planning, support, and social opportunities for people served.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• 18 days of PTO accrued in the first year of employment.
• 11 paid holidays.
• Medical, dental, vision, life, and AD&D insurance; short- and long-term disability coverage.
• Health Savings Account (HSA), Flexible Savings Account (FSA), and prescription drug coverage.
• Up to $3,000 annually in tuition reimbursement and student loan forgiveness when eligibility requirements are met.
• 403(b) retirement plan, with a 3% employer contribution and a match of up to 4% of employee contributions.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Sign-on bonus of up to $1,500, paid at 60 and 120 days of employment.
• Yearly bonus eligibility.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED