(DSP) Direct Support Professional- St Paul

Alpine Home Health•Saint Paul, MN

12d

About The Position

The Direct Support Professional (DSP) provides support and assistance to individuals with disabilities in accordance with 245D regulations. The role includes delivering respectful, compassionate direct care, implementing individualized support plans, accompanying and driving individuals to appointments and community activities, running errands, and maintaining timely, accurate service documentation. The DSP also uses the Electronic Verification Visit App to log hours and services. The schedule is flexible, with expected availability of 15–40 hours per week and shifts Monday through Sunday in the morning, afternoon, or evening. The listed pay is $22–$26 per hour. The employer states that it offers competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and professional growth and development opportunities.

Requirements

Valid driver's license and reliable transportation, except for night supervision.
Ability to work flexible hours, including weekends and holidays.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Ability to pass a Minnesota Department of Human Services background check.
Must not have been excluded from participating in Federal or State Healthcare Programs.
Ability to complete Orientation and Positive Support Rule Training online or through a combination of in-person and online training.
Complete required Vulnerable Adult Training through the Department of Human Services.
Ability to stand, walk, bend, and stoop to clean and care for individuals served.
An open mind and a caring demeanor.
Ability to communicate effectively in English to understand instructions, communicate with clients and team members, and complete required documentation.

Nice To Haves

Experience working with individuals with disabilities or vulnerable adults.
Knowledge of 245D Home and Community Based Service Standards, prior caregiving or Direct Support Professional experience, or willingness to learn the policies before assuming responsibilities.
CPR or First Aid training, or willingness to learn before assuming responsibilities.

Responsibilities

Provide direct care and support to individuals with disabilities in a respectful and compassionate manner.
Implement individualized support plans established by the care team.
Accompany and drive individuals to appointments and community activities, and run errands.
Maintain accurate and timely documentation of services provided.
Use the Electronic Verification Visit App to log hours and services.
Complete Orientation and Positive Support Rule Training and required Vulnerable Adult Training.