Afternoon/Evening Direct Support Professional: $2000 HIRING BONUS

Lutheran Social Service of Minnesota•Cannon Falls, MN

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About The Position

As a Direct Support Professional (DSP) at Lutheran Social Service of Minnesota (LSS), you provide person-centered care and support to individuals with disabilities. You build purposeful relationships, offer guidance and encouragement, advocate for individuals in their lives and communities, and support essential living skills. The role also involves maintaining documentation and records and participating in periodic meetings and training in accordance with regulations and LSS standards. The position offers afternoon/evening schedules with a mix of 2-10 and 4-10 shifts, and full-time and part-time opportunities. Pay is $17 per hour, with the opportunity to increase to up to $17.50 per hour after six months of consistent employment. A $2,000 hiring bonus is available to eligible employees who meet the stated requirements. LSS describes itself as a dynamic social service organization serving children, youth and families, people with disabilities, older adults, and military veterans. It promotes an “Alive Workplace” that is supportive, positive, healthy, and fun, and emphasizes putting the people it serves and employees first.

Requirements

Desire to help individuals with disabilities achieve their personal hopes and dreams through person-centered care and support.
No education requirements.
No previous experience required.
Basic computer skills.
Ability to read and write in English.
Valid driver's license, acceptable driving record, and ability to pass a Motor Vehicle Check.
Ability to successfully pass a DHS background check.

Nice To Haves

Experience as a Homemaker, PCA, Caregiver, or Resident Assistant is relevant to the role.
The role may be a starting point for people interested in social work, nursing, healthcare, human services, psychology, or the non-profit sector.

Responsibilities

Provide person-centered care, guidance, and encouragement to individuals with disabilities.
Build purposeful relationships with the individuals supported.
Advocate for individuals in all aspects of their lives, including community engagement.
Support individuals in developing and maintaining essential living skills.
Maintain documentation and perform record keeping.
Participate in periodic meetings and training according to regulations and LSS standards.
To qualify for the hiring bonus, remain up to date on all trainings, maintain employment in good standing, and work all scheduled shifts.

Benefits

$2,000 hiring bonus for eligible employees.
Opportunity for a wage increase up to $17.50 per hour after six months of consistent employment.
Childcare assistance.
Discounts on events and services.
Employee assistance program.
Financial counselling.
Wellness program.
UKG Wallet, which allows employees to access payroll dollars before payday.
Employees working 30 or more hours per week have access to medical, dental, life, and vision coverage.
403(b) plan with a match for employees working 30 or more hours per week.
Other ancillary plans for employees working 30 or more hours per week.
Generous PTO plan, including paid holidays and float days.
Paid training during orientation and throughout employment.
Opportunities to grow a career within LSS's 24+ different services.