Full Time DSP

Genesis Group Homes•Champlin, MN

About The Position

Float Direct Support Professional: This flexible position requires open availability Monday through Friday and every other weekend (Saturday and Sunday). Float DSPs may be scheduled to work at any of our three group home locations in Columbus, Champlin, or East Bethel, providing consistent, high-quality support wherever coverage is needed. Must be comfortable working with Challenging Behaviors! What is a Direct Support Professional? Direct Support Professionals provide support and supervision to individuals who have developmental, mental health, or physical disabilities. Who makes a great Direct Support Professional? Has a passion for helping others. Is flexible and dependable. Displays the qualities of the company’s core values including service excellence, you centered care, nurturing relationships, ownership, value in every voice, and authenticity. Why is being a Direct Support Professional so rewarding? Direct Support Professionals get to know new people and create relationships. They also get to participate in new experiences and have fun while at work! Direct Support Professionals go home every single day knowing they made a difference.

Requirements

Be 18 years or older, with a high school diploma preferred and one year of experience delivering services to individuals with disabilities.
Possess a valid driver’s license, have access to an insured vehicle, have a clean driving record, and need to pass a DHS background study.
Exhibit basic computer skills to be successful in this position.

Responsibilities

Helps to establish and keep community relationships and friendships.
Assists individuals with daily routines including, but not limited to, household tasks, cooking and eating, individual self-care, socializing, use of leisure time, health and safety, money management and behavior management.
Administers medications.
Provides transportation.
Documents services and events through an online computer program.