Direct Support Professional Assistant
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Job Location:
Minneapolis, MN - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
19 hours ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Are you passionate about helping people So are we!
Whether you have a specific interest in human services social work or the non-profit space or you just want to make a difference weve got the job for you.
Partnership Resources Inc. is seeking a part-time Direct Support Professional (DSP) to support adults with developmental and intellectual disabilities in our day program. DSPs are key advocates who foster joyful living by supporting individual choice skill development and community exploration. This part-time DSP - Assistant position is an entry level role focused on providing flexible hands-on support with activities in a classroom setting.
As a DSP - Assistant you will:
- Assist with recreation leisure and skill-building activities in a collaborative team environment. We do everything! BINGO karaoke music therapy job readiness math reading healthy living art and social skills are just a few examples
- Accompany individuals on field trips and to volunteer sites assisting people to explore and connect with their community in an inclusive way
- Support individuals using person-centered strategies in order to help people achieve goals and self-advocate
- Preview the job here: $16.50 per hour
Schedule: Monday - Friday 8:30 AM - 2:30 PM required weekly team meeting (32 hours per week)
Benefits are included:
- Paid time off
- Paid holidays off
- Medical insurance
- Dental insurance
- Retirement plan with employer match
- Voluntary Life AD&D coverage
- Free Employee Assistance Program
- Qualifying employer for the federal Public Student Loan Forgiveness program
Requirements:
- No experience necessary. All training is provided. We are passionate about helping people explore a new career as a DSP or provide a pathway to further opportunities!
- Multilingual candidates who speak Spanish Hmong Somali Oromo or American Sign Language are encouraged to apply. Language skills help us to coordinate services and support participation for individuals served
- Must be able to pass a background check with the MN Department of Human Services
- Must be authorized to work in the United States without a sponsor visa
- Minimum age requirement is 18 years
- Must be able to regularly push/pull/lift 21-50 pounds
- Ability to withstand 6 or more hours of standing or walking in an 8-hour workday
- Ability and willingness to assist individuals in activities of daily living including feeding restroom assistance and other self-help skills
- Ability or willingness to learn basic computer and technology skills
- This position does not require you to transport individuals
Our vision is that every person with disabilities thrives in an inclusive community. Together with our community partners we raise awareness help shape opportunities and ensure that people with disabilities have abundant choices within community life. Join us in our mission. Apply now!
Partnership Resources Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating a diverse workforce. We will not discriminate against any employee or applicant based upon any characteristic protected by law. We welcome and encourage people of all life experiences to apply.
Required Experience:
Unclear Seniority
Key Skills
- Children Activity
- Acquisition
- Data Entry
- Commissioning
- Administration Office
- Arbitration
About Company
Partnership Resources’ state of the art programs provides flexible options including vocational exploration, functional skill development, community involvement, and opportunities for artistic expression.
