Direct Support Professional (Weekend PT)

Sevita•Maplewood, MN

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

This is a part-time, hourly role responsible for providing direct support within a single program or unit, typically supporting 4-6 individuals in residential settings or up to 10 individuals in periodic programs. The role involves delivering support according to individual service/program plans, including socialization, health maintenance, medication administration, and skill/behavioral development. It also includes assisting with daily activities such as personal care, housekeeping, transportation, community integration, and shopping.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent preferred
Six months of experience in human services preferred
Must be 18 years of age
Working knowledge of computers
Valid driver’s license in good standing
Car registration and vehicle insurance if providing transportation for individuals receiving services
All state-required training(s) and certification(s) completed in mandated timeframes
Maintain valid driver’s license, meet all insurance requirements, and be approved by management to be a driver for the company
If an employee is determined to have lost their driving privileges by failing the company MVR driving record requirements per company policy, the employee will be required to sign a Non-Driver form and restricted from driving on behalf of the company until their MVR report satisfies the company requirements for a good driving record.

Responsibilities

Provides direct support or assistance in accordance with individual service or program plans.
Assists with socialization and behavioral development, personal care, housekeeping, recreational activities, transportation, community orientation, shopping, financial management, citizenship, and other activities of daily living.
Accurately documents progress and activity; reviews records and logs to stay abreast of changes in service plans.
Maintains confidentiality and respects the rights of persons being served.
Makes cost-effective and appropriate purchases within the budget of the individual served and according to their choice/preference.
Maintains healthy and professional relationships with individuals, friends, families, guardians, and case managers.
Reports any instance of alleged abuse or neglect according to internal and external standards.
Reports medical, behavioral, and other incidents in accordance with Sevita policy and external requirements.
May accompany individuals to medical appointments and relays orders and information to and from medical providers.
Accurately administers or supports self-administration of medication and documents delivery of medications and treatments.
Monitors individual’s health, documents health concerns, and communicates with nurse or supervisor as appropriate.
Calls 911 in the event of an emergency and follows individual health care directives.
Correctly follows procedures in utilizing medical equipment and reports malfunction or disrepair.
Prepares or supports individuals to prepare food in accordance with planned menus and individual choice, knowing special diets.
Attends orientation and on-going training as directed and participates in monthly staff meetings.
Works scheduled hours, arrives for work on time, and stays on shift until replacement arrives.
Notifies supervisor in advance when unable to work as scheduled or as soon as possible after the designated start time.
Works together with others, values others contributions, is courteous, communicates openly, listens, and shows respect to others.
Complies with all established safety policies, procedures, and rules.
Reports unsafe hazards to their supervisor and participates in safety related training or activities.
May transport individuals into the community, drives safely and according to local laws.
Ensures proper use of safety equipment including seat belts, lifts, and wheelchair ties.
Reports accidents to appropriate authorities immediately.
Performs daily and seasonal housekeeping as directed, maintaining a neat, clean, and safe environment.
Monitors environmental safety and may make minor repairs, change light bulbs, etc.
May perform yard maintenance including keeping walkways safe and snow removal.
Checks water temperature as required when assisting with bathing.
Participates in safety drills and protects persons being served in the event of emergency.
Performs other duties and activities as required.