Direct Support Professional (DSP) - Asleep Overnights-Chanhassen

Mt Olivet Rolling Acres•Excelsior, MN

22d•Onsite

About The Position

Mount Olivet Rolling Acres (MORA), a nonprofit serving people with developmental disabilities, behavioral health needs, and age-related or chronic medical conditions in the Twin Cities metro, is hiring a Direct Support Professional for an asleep overnight schedule in Chanhassen. DSPs support clients’ daily living activities, personal care, program implementation, well-being, and safety, while providing appropriate supervision and helping maintain the household. The position supports clients with daily cares, medical needs, activities of daily living, mental health supports, routines, community participation, and personal goals. The DSP implements individualized plans, helps clients build relationships and make choices, administers and documents medications and other prescribed supports, prepares meals, and completes housekeeping and household maintenance. The role also involves accompanying clients to appointments and activities in a company vehicle, maintaining records, completing training, and collaborating with the support team. The posted schedule is overnight: Week 1, Sunday through Wednesday, 10 p.m.–8 a.m.; Week 2, Monday through Wednesday, 10 p.m.–8 a.m. The shift is asleep from 10 p.m.–6 a.m. and awake from 6 a.m.–8 a.m. The stated hourly rate is $18, with applicable weekend and overnight differentials; assigned sleep hours are paid at $12.13 per hour. A retention bonus is offered, with different amounts for full-time and part-time staff.

Requirements

Pass the Department of Human Services background check and maintain qualified status.
Not be excluded from working in government health programs by the Office of Inspector General.
Be able to meet the company’s physical job demands.
Have a valid current driver’s license and vehicle insurance as required by state law.
Successfully complete the Medication Administration class with a score of 80% or greater and regularly pass medications correctly without error.
Be able to use a computer in accordance with client needs and company procedures.

Nice To Haves

At least one year of experience with clients with intellectual or developmental disabilities.
Interest in supporting clients with intellectual and developmental disabilities and/or mental health needs.

Responsibilities

Assist clients with daily care, medical needs and supports, activities of daily living, and mental health supports.
Help individuals follow daily routines and provide opportunities for choice, including support with hygiene, domestic tasks, leisure, grooming, socializing, budgeting, safety, health, studying, homework when applicable, and community participation.
Plan and implement recreation, leisure, and community activities.
Drive clients to and from, and accompany them at, appointments and community activities using a company vehicle during operating hours.
Support clients in establishing and maintaining community relationships and friendships.
Implement programs in accordance with clients’ Coordinated Service and Support Plans, addenda, and Individual Abuse Prevention Plans.
Provide person-centered services through practice, actions, and language.
Maintain working knowledge of clients’ histories, skills, vulnerabilities, habilitation plans, and emergency procedures.
Participate in the support team process and assist with developing and implementing goals.
Administer and document prescribed medications, treatments, diets, and exams as directed by the applicable plans.
Maintain confidentiality in accordance with HIPAA and MORA policies and procedures.
Prepare meals according to planned menus and complete weekly food ordering as needed or scheduled.
Perform daily housekeeping and household maintenance.
Complete house quality-improvement assessments and address identified issues as needed.
Ensure adequate client supervision, including remaining on shift until a replacement employee arrives.
Work harmoniously with and show respect to internal and external individuals.
Communicate effectively verbally and in writing, using the primary spoken language of clients in the home.
Complete mandatory training required by MORA or 245D regulations and follow company policies and procedures.
Remain awake at all times unless assigned to a sleeping shift.
Document program data and daily log information accurately and promptly.
Collaborate with the team and complete other duties as assigned or needed.

Benefits

Medical insurance with a company-sponsored health reimbursement account and health savings account.
Dental insurance.
Life insurance, with employee, spouse, and children’s coverage options.
Long-term disability coverage.
Flexible spending accounts for medical and dependent care.
403(b) retirement plan with matching after one year of employment.
Paid time off of up to three weeks annually, increasing after the first year of employment.
Opportunity to use the organization’s private vacation property near McGregor, Minnesota.
Awards for outstanding employee performance and promotion opportunities.
Tuition reimbursement and scholarship opportunities.
Opportunities for advancement and promotion from within.
Retention bonus: $1,500 for full-time staff or $750 for part-time staff, paid over one year.