Direct Support Professional

5 days ago

Fergus Falls, United States Lutheran Social Service of Minnesota Full time
Description

Lutheran Social Service of MN (LSS) is hiring DSPs at multiple locations in the Fergus Falls area

Pay:

  • Standard DSP pays $16.00/hour Upon completion of six months of consistent employment, there is an opportunity to obtain a wage increase up to $16.50/hour.
  • Some locations qualify for a $1000 Hiring Bonus

Shifts:

  • We have both Part-time and Full-time opportunities that include a mix of day and evenings and may include working every other weekend

Job Summary:

As a Direct Support Professional (DSP), you will provide guidance and encouragement, while building meaningful and supportive relationships with the individuals receiving services. You will advocate for the individuals in all aspects of their life, including community engagement and support in essential living skills. You will also be required to maintain documentation, perform record keeping, and participate in periodic meetings/trainings according to regulations and LSS standards.

What We Offer You:

  • An excellent benefits package that includes medical, dental, life, vision, 403(b) plan with a match, wellness program, and other ancillary plans.
  • Generous PTO plan, paid holidays, and float days.
  • Paid training.
  • Opportunities to continue professional development.
  • An ALIVE Workplace that is Supportive, Positive, Healthy and Fun
  • A diverse workplace.
  • An outstanding reputation.

Qualifications and Requirements:

  • A valid driver's license, acceptable driving record and the ability to pass a Motor Vehicle Check.
  • The ability to successfully pass a background check.
  • Basic computer skills.
  • Able to read and write in the English language.
  • The desire to help individuals with disabilities achieve their personal hopes and dreams.

Lutheran Social Service of Minnesota is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer of all people regardless of gender, race, culture, religion, ethnicity, protected veteran status and/or disability. We actively foster an environment that is free of racism, discrimination, bias, and harassment where all individuals are treated with dignity, safety, and respect.

Qualifications
Behaviors Team Player - Works well as a member of a group
Enthusiastic - Shows intense and eager enjoyment and interest
Motivations Ability to Make an Impact - Inspired to perform well by the ability to contribute to the success of a project or the organization

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)

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