Asleep Overnight DSP with $1500 Hiring Bonus
About The Position
As a Direct Support Professional, you will provide guidance, encouragement, support, comfort, security, and safety through relationship building and direct interaction with individuals receiving services. You will advocate for individuals in all aspects of life, including medical needs and community engagement, while supporting personal choice. You will address situations and emergencies, help individuals develop essential living skills and greater independence, and support them in living lives that match their hopes and dreams. You will provide transportation to appointments and other events individuals desire. The role also involves documentation, record keeping, and participation in periodic meetings and trainings required by regulations. This is an asleep overnight position from 10:00 p.m. to 9:00 a.m., with approximately five hours of sleep per night. Concerns during nighttime and morning hours are expected to be addressed. Multiple part-time positions are available across the East Grand Forks area.
Requirements
- Successfully meet the requirements of a background check.
- Have computer skills that support LSS technology and basic math skills.
- Be able to read, write, and solve problems.
- Recognize boundaries and exhibit patience, self-control, and flexibility.
- Be able to suggest and implement strategies to enhance the service.
- Successfully complete medication administration training; this may be obtained after hire.
- Hold CPR/First Aid certification; this may be obtained after hire.
Nice To Haves
- At least one year of experience and/or training with individuals with disabilities.
- Mental Health certification; this may be obtained after hire.
Responsibilities
- Provide guidance, encouragement, support, comfort, security, and safety through relationship building and direct interaction with individuals receiving services.
- Advocate for individuals in medical matters and community engagement while supporting personal choice.
- Address situations and emergencies that arise.
- Support individuals in performing essential living skills more independently.
- Provide transportation to appointments and other events desired by each individual.
- Maintain documentation and records.
- Participate in periodic meetings and trainings according to regulations.
- Address concerns that arise during nighttime and morning hours.
Benefits
- $1,500 hiring bonus for eligible employees.
- Opportunity for a wage increase up to $14.46 per hour after six months of consistent employment.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Education Level
No Education Listed
