Weekend Float Direct Support Professional
About The Position
Living Well Disability Services is hiring a full-time Weekend Float Direct Support Professional to provide support across residential programs in the Twin Cities and surrounding communities. The role supports people with disabilities in living fulfilling lives and requires working across multiple locations to help meet staffing needs. The schedule is 40 hours per week, with availability required between 6:00 AM and 10:00 PM and at least three weekends per month (six weekend shifts). Work may include a mix of scheduled and on-call shifts. Schedules are typically provided about one week in advance, though short-notice changes may occur. Travel between program locations is required, with paid mileage provided for that travel. Work locations include residential programs in Hennepin, Dakota, Ramsey, Isanti, Sherburne, and Wright counties. Responsibilities include assisting with personal care, supporting preferred activities and community participation, preparing meals, maintaining clean living spaces, fostering independence and relationships, documenting services using a computer-based system, and providing staffing support at multiple locations.
Requirements
- Must be at least 18 years old.
- At least one year of experience supporting people with disabilities in a residential setting.
- Valid driver's license and reliable personal vehicle.
- Must meet Living Well's driver eligibility requirements.
- Ability to pass a Minnesota Department of Human Services background study.
- Comfort using computers for documentation, email, and time reporting.
- Adaptable, dependable, and comfortable working independently across different locations.
- Available to work between 6:00 AM and 10:00 PM.
- Must work at least three weekends per month (six weekend shifts).
- Willingness to travel between multiple residential locations.
Responsibilities
- Assist individuals with daily personal care, including eating, brushing teeth, and showering.
- Support individuals in activities they enjoy, such as getting coffee, walking, and attending movies or sporting events.
- Prepare meals, maintain clean living spaces, and contribute to a positive home environment.
- Encourage independence, meaningful relationships, and community involvement.
- Use a computer-based system to document daily services and supports.
- Work across multiple residential locations to help meet staffing needs.
Benefits
- Generous paid time off (PTO).
- 401(k) retirement plan with employer match.
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance for employees working 30 or more hours per week.
- Life insurance at no cost to eligible employees.
- Short-term and long-term disability insurance.
- Flexible spending account (FSA) and health savings account (HSA) options.
- Employee Assistance Program.
- Free financial services.
- Employee discounts through YMCA Corporate Wellness, Tickets at Work, and LifeMart.
- Paid mileage when traveling between program locations.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
No Education Listed
