Direct Support Professional (DSP) -Awake Overnights-Applewood

Mt Olivet Rolling Acres • Shakopee, MN

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) assist clients with activities of daily living, personal care, medical needs, and program implementation. They are responsible for clients’ daily well-being and safety, provide adequate supervision, and support the home through household maintenance and housekeeping.

The role supports people with developmental disabilities, behavioral health needs, and age-related or chronic medical conditions. DSPs provide person-centered support in accordance with each individual’s plans, help clients build routines and community relationships, and contribute to their goals and participation in community life. The position also includes documentation, medication administration, meal preparation, household tasks, and accompanying clients to appointments and activities in a company vehicle.

The schedule alternates between three and four overnight shifts per week. The listed base rate is $18.25 per hour, with applicable overnight and weekend differentials. Assigned sleep hours are paid at $12.13 per hour. A retention bonus is offered to full-time and part-time staff, paid over one year.

Requirements

• Pass the 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.
• Ability to meet the company’s physical job demands.
• Valid current driver’s license and vehicle insurance as required by state law.
• Successfully complete the Medication Administration class with a score of at least 80%, and regularly pass medications using the correct procedure without error.
• Ability to use a computer in alignment 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 make choices, including routines related to hygiene, domestic tasks, leisure, grooming, socializing, budgeting, safety, health, studying, homework, and community participation.
• Plan and implement recreation, leisure, and community activities.
• Drive clients to and from appointments and community activities in a company vehicle and accompany them during those activities.
• Help individuals establish and maintain community relationships and friendships.
• Implement programs in accordance with each person’s CSSP, CSSP-A, and Individual Abuse Prevention Plan, and maintain knowledge of the person’s history, skills, vulnerabilities, habilitation plans, and emergency procedures.
• Provide person-centered services through practice, actions, and language.
• Participate in the support team process and assist with developing and implementing goals.
• Administer and document prescribed medication, treatments, diets, and exams according to directions and 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.
• Provide 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.
• Read 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 on 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 company’s private vacation property west of Duluth in McGregor, Minnesota.
• Awards for outstanding employee performance and promotion opportunities.
• Tuition reimbursement and scholarship opportunities.
• Opportunities for advancement and promotion from within.
• Retention bonus of $1,500 for full-time staff or $750 for part-time staff, paid over one year.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed