Direct Support Professional

1 month ago


Jamestown, United States Anne Carlsen Center Full time
Our Mission: To Make Independence a Gift for All

Anne Carlsen Center (Anne Carlsen) is a non-profit organization which has been providing supports and services for 80 years to individuals in North Dakota with developmental disability or delay. Rich in tradition, Anne Carlsen has positioned itself on the cutting edge of innovation with unique programs, creative therapies and advanced assistive technologies that meet the specific needs of those we serve.

Be a part of an organization whose mission is to make independence a gift to those in your community

Location: Jamestown, ND

Shift:

Job Schedule: Full Time

Weekly Hours: 40

JOB SUMMARY

The Direct Support Professional position is responsible to perform supervised tasks related to delivery of health and personal cares, therapeutic, educational, behavioral, recreational, and leisure activities for the children/young adults at ACC, contributing to the overall ISP/IEP, positive behavior support plan, and nursing care plan. This position will also assume the responsibility to train new staff to care for the clients following ACC guidelines, client specific plans and teaching strategies.

QUALIFICATIONS (minimum requirements)

Education and/or years' experience required:
  • H.S. Diploma or equivalent
  • Minimum two years' experience in health care field, preferably working with those with disabilities
Preferred/Required Skills and Abilities:
  • Ability to learn and perform personal cares, education and therapeutic programs, and can learn and comprehend medical terminology.
  • Ability to communicate verbally and in writing; can follow verbal and written instructions, and problem solve effectively with clients, staff, family members, and community businesses.
  • Ability to demonstrate effective interpersonal skills, being tactful, courteous, and diplomatic with internal and external contacts.
  • Ability to adapt to rapid change, and must be able to intervene promptly in crisis/emergency situations.
  • Understand and have a basic working knowledge of a computer or be willing to learn, as well as communication devices and other assistive technology.
  • Supervision of others/decision making aptitude (if applicable): This position does not have supervisory responsibilities.
Benefits

Anne Carlsen offers competitive pay and benefits, employee discounts, paid time off (PTO), and great advancement opportunities Here are a few examples:
• Health, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Employer Paid Life & Disability
• 401(k) & Profit-Sharing Plan
• Aflac Voluntary Benefits
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Special Employee Events
• Great working environment and ability to strengthen your community

Employment with the Anne Carlsen Center is contingent upon passing our mandatory drug test, background checks, I-9 document verification, and compliance to our mandatory flu and covid vaccination policies. Anne Carlsen is a drug-free, tobacco-free work environment.

Anne Carlsen is an equal opportunity employer and complies fully with all federal, state, and local employment laws and will provide equal employment and advancement opportunities for all persons regardless of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, the presence of any mental or physical disability, status with regard to public assistance or marriage, or any other category protected by federal, state or local law.

Other details
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