Weekend Float Direct Support Professional

Living Well Disability Services•West Saint Paul, MN

12h

About The Position

Living Well Disability Services is hiring a full-time Weekend Float Direct Support Professional to support people with disabilities across multiple residential programs in the Twin Cities and surrounding communities. The role pays $22 per hour and includes paid mileage. The schedule is flexible, with 40 hours per week and availability required between 6:00 AM and 10:00 PM. Employees must work at least three weekends per month (six weekend shifts). Work may include a combination of scheduled and on-call shifts. Schedules are provided as far in advance as possible, typically one week, though short-notice changes may occur. Travel between residential locations is required. The position supports individuals in daily living and personal care, activities they enjoy, household tasks, independence, relationships, and community involvement. It also involves documenting services through computer-based systems. Assignments may be across residential programs in Hennepin, Dakota, Ramsey, Isanti, Sherburne, and Wright counties. Living Well Disability Services provides services to people impacted by disabilities and describes its vision as ensuring that those individuals and its employees have the resources and support they need to live well.

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.
Comfortable 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 a minimum of three weekends per month (six weekend shifts).
Must be willing to travel between multiple residential locations.

Responsibilities

Assist individuals with daily activities and personal care, including eating, brushing teeth, and showering.
Support individuals in activities they enjoy, such as getting coffee, walking, attending movies, and going to sporting events.
Prepare meals and maintain clean living spaces to create a welcoming home environment.
Encourage independence, meaningful relationships, and community involvement.
Document daily services and supports using a computer-based system.
Provide flexible staffing support across multiple residential locations to meet staffing needs.
Travel between multiple residential locations.

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.
FSA and HSA options.
Employee Assistance Program.
Free financial services.
Employee discounts through YMCA Corporate Wellness, Tickets at Work, and LifeMart.
Paid mileage.