DSP Assistant
DSP Assistant
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Job Description
Pay:
- DSP Lead pays $13.73/hour! Upon completion of six months of consistent employment there is an opportunity to obtain a wage increase up to $14.23/hour.
Job Summary:
As a Direct Support Professional Assistant you will participate as a member of the team and foster an environment that supports individuals in pursuit of their hopes dreams and personal outcomes. You will address any situations that may arise and ensure a safe and secure environment. You will provide guidance encouragement support comfort security and safety for the individuals we support through direct interaction.
Qualifications and Requirements:
- Experience working with vulnerable populations preferred.
- Experience and/or training of at least one year with individuals with disabilities preferred.
- Medication administration training required (may be obtained after turning 18 years of age).
- First Aid training required and CPR Certificate may be required (may be obtained after hire).
- Bureau of Criminal Affairs background study clearance required.
- Drivers license required.
- Motor Vehicle Check (MVR) with a satisfactory driving record required upon turning 18 years of age. Cannot drive an LSS vehicle until 18 years of age completed vehicle safety training and implementation of an MVR.
- Ability to read write and use computer skills required.
- Basic math and problemsolving skills required.
- Ability to recognize boundaries.
- Ability to suggest and implement strategies to enhance the service.
- Patience selfcontrol and flexibility.
- Computer skills that support LSS technology.
Lutheran Social Service of Minnesota is a dynamic social service organization serving children youth and families people with disabilities older adults and military veterans. Trustworthiness is a value and strength shared by our employees and recognized by the communities we serve. We offer an ALIVE Workplace (Supportive Positive and Fun) and careers that challenge energize and reward employees. Consider joining us!
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.
Employment Type
Hourly
