Direct Support Professional (DSP) - Westgate Awake Overnights

Mt Olivet Rolling Acres•Eden Prairie, MN

20d•Onsite

About The Position

Direct Support Professionals assist clients with activities of daily living, personal care, medical needs, and program implementation. They support clients’ daily well-being and safety by providing adequate supervision, helping with household maintenance and housekeeping, and completing other tasks that support the home. Mount Olivet Rolling Acres (MORA) is a diverse and inclusive nonprofit that has supported adults, seniors, and children with developmental disabilities, behavioral health needs, and age-related or chronic medical conditions for over 50 years in the Twin Cities metro. Its services include Adult Day Services, Contracted Case Management, Community Supports, residential homes, respite, therapeutic recreation, training for guardians and families, youth programming, and crisis coordination. This position follows a two-week overnight schedule. Week 1: Sunday through Wednesday, 10:30 p.m.–8:30 a.m. Week 2: Sunday through Tuesday, 10:30 p.m.–8:30 a.m. The hourly rate is $18.50, with an additional $1.00 for the site location, a $2.00 weekend differential for hours between Friday at 10 p.m. and Sunday at 10 p.m., and a $1.00 overnight differential for hours between 10 p.m. and 6 a.m. Sleep hours, when assigned, are paid at $12.13 per hour. Full-time staff are eligible for a $1,500 retention bonus and part-time staff for a $750 retention bonus, paid over one year. MORA’s full-time benefits include medical insurance with a company-sponsored health reimbursement account and health savings account, dental and life insurance, long-term disability, flexible spending accounts, a 403(b) retirement plan with matching after one year, paid time off, access to a private vacation property, performance awards, promotion opportunities, tuition reimbursement, and scholarships. MORA describes itself as an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer.

Requirements

Pass the Department of Human Services background check and maintain qualified status.
Not be excluded from working in government health programs by the Office of Inspector General.
Be able to meet the company’s physical job demands.
Have a current, valid 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.
Be able 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.
Support clients’ daily routines and offer choices and creative options across hygiene, domestic tasks, leisure, grooming, socializing, budgeting, safety, health, studying, homework when applicable, and community participation.
Plan and implement recreation, leisure, and community activities.
Drive clients to and from appointments and community activities, and accompany them using a company vehicle during all hours of operation.
Help clients establish and maintain community relationships and friendships.
Implement programs in accordance with each person’s Coordinated Service and Support Plan, CSSP Addendum, and Individual Abuse Prevention Plan.
Provide person-centered services through practice, actions, and language.
Maintain knowledge of clients’ histories, skills, vulnerabilities, habilitation plans, and emergency procedures.
Participate in the support team process and assist with developing and implementing goals.
Administer and document prescribed medications, treatments, diets, and examinations as directed by the CSSP and CSSP Addendum.
Maintain confidentiality in accordance with HIPAA and MORA policies and procedures.
Prepare meals according to the planned menu and complete weekly food ordering as needed or scheduled.
Assist with daily housekeeping and household maintenance.
Complete house quality-improvement assessments and address identified issues as needed.
Ensure adequate client supervision, including remaining on shift until a replacement employee arrives.
Work harmoniously with and show respect for internal and external individuals.
Communicate effectively verbally and in writing, using the primary spoken language of the 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 assigned or needed duties.

Benefits

Medical insurance with company-sponsored health reimbursement account and health savings account
Dental insurance
Life insurance with employee, spouse, and children’s coverage options
Long-term disability
Flexible spending accounts for medical and dependent care
403(b) retirement plan with matching after one year of employment
Paid time off up to three weeks annually, increasing after the first year
Opportunity to use a private vacation property west of Duluth in McGregor, Minnesota
Awards for outstanding employee performance and promotion opportunities
Tuition reimbursement and scholarship opportunities
Advancement opportunities and promotion from within
Retention bonus: $1,500 for full-time staff or $750 for part-time staff, paid over one year
Additional site-location, weekend, and overnight hourly differentials