Lead DSP Western Float

Mt Olivet Rolling Acres•Chaska, MN

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

Mount Olivet Rolling Acres (MORA) is seeking a Lead Direct Support Professional (DSP) - Weekend Float to work within a designated number of homes in the West Metro area. This role assists clients with all activities of daily living, personal cares, and program implementation, ensuring their daily well-being and safety. The Lead DSP will also assist with household maintenance and housekeeping, and perform various tasks to support the home. MORA is a diverse and inclusive nonprofit that has supported adults, seniors, and children with developmental disabilities, behavioral health needs, and age-related and chronic medical conditions for over 50 years in the Twin Cities metro. MORA provides a range of services including Adult Day Services, Contracted Case Management, Community Supports, over 30 Residential Homes, Respite, Therapeutic Recreation, Training for Guardians & Families, and a Discover Summer Daytime Programming for Youth with Disabilities. Their Metro Crisis Coordination Program (MCCP) offers a safety net of crucial and cost-effective services for adults and children.

Requirements

Experience working with persons with intellectual/developmental disabilities of varying needs
Must have the ability to work in different group home settings and must be able to work a flexible schedule
Must pass Department of Human Services background check and maintain qualified status
Must not be excluded from working in government health programs by the Office of Inspector General
Must be able to successfully meet company’s physical job demands
If using own vehicle for company business, must have a current valid driver’s license and must have insurance as required by state law.
Successful completion of Medication Administration class of 80% or greater, regularly passes medications using correct procedure without error

Nice To Haves

1-3 years of experience with clients with intellectual/developmental disabilities
Interest and ability to maintain various areas of the home and/or client responsibilities
Proven leadership skills

Responsibilities

Assists clients with daily cares, medical needs and supports, ADLs and mental health supports.
Assists individuals with a daily routine, providing opportunities for choice and presenting creative options as needed. The daily routine includes, but is not limited to: hygiene, domestic tasks, leisure time usage, grooming, socializing, budgeting, money usage, safety and health, studying, homework completion if applicable, and participating as a member of the community.
Plans and implements recreation, leisure and community activities.
Drives to/from and accompanies client/s at appointments and community activities using a company vehicle during all hours of operation.
Assists individuals supported in establishing and maintaining community relationships and facilitating friendships.
Demonstrates an understanding of the person as a unique individual and how to implement programs in accordance with the Coordinated Service and Support Plan (CSSP), Coordinated Service and Support Plan Addendum (CSSP-A), and Individual Abuse Prevention Plan.
Provides person-centered services demonstrated through practice, action, and language.
Maintains a working knowledge of person(s) history, skills, areas of vulnerabilities, habilitation plans, and emergency procedures.
Participates in the support team process; assists with developing, and implementing goals.
Maintains and performs proper administration and documentation of all prescribed medication, treatments, diets, and/or exams, or as otherwise directed by the CSSP and CSSP-A.
Maintains confidentiality in accordance with HIPPA and MORA policies and procedures.
Prepare meals following planned menu for clients in the home and complete weekly food ordering as needed and/or scheduled.
Assists with daily housekeeping and household maintenance.
Completes house quality improvement assessments and addresses identified issues as needed.
Ensures adequate supervision of clients, including remaining on shift until a replacement employee arrives.
Works harmoniously with and shows respect to all internal and external individuals.
Communicates effectively with others at work verbally and in writing, using the primary spoken language of clients in the home.
Completes all mandatory training either determined by MORA or 245D regulations.
Reads and follows company policies and procedures.
Remains awake at all times unless working an assigned sleeping shift.
Documents program data and daily log information accurately and in a timely fashion.
Collaborates with the team to complete other duties as assigned or as needed.
Works an assigned full-time schedule that includes Friday, Saturday, and Sunday hours in multiple locations.
Works in multiple locations as scheduled by supervisor/lead and/or employee scheduler based on company’s highest priority.
During a scheduled shift employee may be pulled to a different location as needed.
Has strong communication with the house Supervisor/Coordinator regarding work schedule and needs of the home.

Benefits

Medical insurance with company sponsored health reimbursement account and health savings account
Dental insurance
Life insurance; employee, spouse, and children’s coverage options
Long-term disability
Flexible spending; medical and dependent care
403B retirement plans that match after 1 years of employment
Paid time off up to three weeks annually which increases after the first year of employment
Opportunity for usage of our private vacation property west of Duluth (McGregor, MN)
Awards for outstanding employee performance and promotion opportunities
Generous tuition reimbursement and scholarship opportunities!
Many opportunities for advancement. Mount Olivet Rolling Acres promotes from within