DSP | Direct Support Professional | Faribault, MN

Harry Meyering Center•Faribault, MN

9d•$17 - $17

About The Position

Harry Meyering Center supports people with developmental and intellectual disabilities in their homes and community. Are you seeking a caregiver career path by assisting others to live their best lives? Do you want to make a difference? Then, we want to discuss the opportunities that await you at HMC! Summary: Direct Support Professionals provide direct care, supervision, and supportive living services to individuals who reside in our group homes. DSP's are expected to work within and to promote the principles of a person-centered approach. Direct Support Professionals are assigned to work various day, evening, or late-night shifts and are required to be available from time to time on a hold-over or on-call basis in order to provide round-the-clock awake coverage at group homes.

Requirements

Must be at least 18 years of age and have a high school diploma or general education degree.
Must hold a valid United States driver's license and pass a driving record check conducted by our insurance carrier unless otherwise noted.
Must pass the MN Department of Human Services Background Study
Have off-duty access to an operable telephone.
Demonstrate maturity to work with individuals served and co-workers.
Have the ability to understand and follow instructions.
Have the ability to safely perform essential duties and responsibilities with or without reasonable accommodations.
Meet any other requirements set by licensure rules and regulations or other laws.

Nice To Haves

Prior experience with individuals with disabilities is preferred.

Responsibilities

Provide direct care for others in an individualized and meaningful way.
Assist in personal cares.
Engage in community activities, i.e., bowling, shopping, watching a movie or exercising.
Complete daily direct care such as bathing, toileting, feeding, and dressing.
Complete household chores such as cooking, cleaning, and laundry.
Maintain HIPAA Compliance in all communications to HMC, whether written or verbal, external and internal.
Follows all health and safety policies and procedures.
Other duties as assigned.