Weekend Float Direct Support Professional
About The Position
Our Float Direct Support Professionals provide staffing support to the organization; they are adaptable and flexible and will have the skill set to be able to work across our program sites. Float DSP’s will be scheduled for 40 hours/week based on the openings within our organization in a combination of some pre-schedule shifts and some on-call shifts. A Direct Support Professional (Caregiver) at Living Well Disability Services provides assistance and support to people to live well. This includes: Assisting people in personal cares such as eating, brushing their teeth, showering, etc. Supporting people to participate in the activities they enjoy... getting a cup of coffee, going for a walk, going to a movie or even a sporting event! Creating a welcoming home for people by keeping each persons home clean, preparing nutritious meals, and having a positive and supportive attitude with each person served and your teammates. Role modeling positive interactions and supporting people to have meaningful relationships. Documenting on the services provided each day in the electronic (computer based) documentation system.
Requirements
- Minimum of one years prior experience supporting people with disabilities in their homes.
- At least 18 years old
- Able to pass a MN Department of Human Services Background Study.
- Valid drivers license
- Vehicle (we offer paid mileage)
- Ability to be deemed eligible to drive per our insurance requirements.
- Comfortable using a computer for documentation, email, and time reporting.
Responsibilities
- Assisting people in personal cares such as eating, brushing their teeth, showering, etc.
- Supporting people to participate in the activities they enjoy... getting a cup of coffee, going for a walk, going to a movie or even a sporting event!
- Creating a welcoming home for people by keeping each persons home clean, preparing nutritious meals, and having a positive and supportive attitude with each person served and your teammates.
- Role modeling positive interactions and supporting people to have meaningful relationships
- Documenting on the services provided each day in the electronic (computer based) documentation system
Benefits
- Generous PTO plan
- Free financial services
- Employee discount programs
- Medical benefits for all qualified employees
- 401k Retirement Plan with Employer’s Match
- Employee Assistance Program
- Employee Discounts through: YMCA Corporate Wellness, Tickets-At-Work, LifeMart
- Medical Insurance
- FSA & HSA Plans
- Vision
- Dental
- Short Term / Long Term Disability
- Life Insurance (at no cost to you!)
- Accident, Critical Illness and Hospital Insurance
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
