Direct Support Professional
Plymouth, MA - USA
Job Summary
Join the Award-Winning Team at ACR Homes!
ACR Homes is honored to be named one of the Top 25 Workplaces in Minnesota by the Star Tribune earning this recognition eight times. We have also been voted a Top 5 Workplace for five consecutive years and achieved the #1 ranking twice as determined by our employees. Our commitment to creating a meaningful work environment has been recognized with Star Tribune Special Awards for Meaningfulness (2023) Ethics & Values (2018) and Innovation Encouragement (2017).
In 2024 ACR Homes received three Top Workplace Culture Excellence awards for Purpose & Values Innovation and Leadership further solidifying our status as an exceptional employer. Arthurs Senior Care staffed by ACR Homes shares in these prestigious awards.
About Us:
ACR Homes provides high-quality home healthcare and support for individuals with disabilities across over 40 locations in the greater Minneapolis-St. Paul area. We are looking for dedicated Direct Care Professionals (DCPs) for both full-time and part-time positions.
Key Responsibilities:
- Medication Management: Prepare and administer medications (training provided and paid).
- Personal Care: Assist with meals personal hygiene and use of medical equipment (training provided).
- Therapies: Perform range-of-motion exercises and other therapeutic activities.
- Activity Planning: Organize and participate in fun activities.
- Advocacy: Support clients during doctor appointments.
- Relationship Building: Foster positive connections with clients and coworkers.
- Administrative Tasks: Complete necessary documentation and reports.
- Transportation: Take residents on daily outings (parks coffeeshop etc.)
Shifts Available:
- Weekdays 6am-10am
- Weekdays 6am-2pm
- Weekends 2pm-10pm
Pay Rates:
- Full-Time DCPs: $18.25 - $24.75 per hour
- $18.25-$20.25/hour for day and evening shifts **
- $20.50-$22.50/hour for weekend shifts **
- $20.50-$22.50/hour for weekday awake overnight shifts **
$22.75-$24.75/hour for weekend awake overnight shifts (Friday & Saturday) **
Full-Time Initial Training pay is $16.25/hour
** Range listed above is due to $.50-$2.00/hour House Specific Rate Exception Differentials at specific homes if applicable.
Part-Time DCPs: $16.00 - $22.50
$16.00-$18.00/hour for day and evening shifts **
$18.25-$20.25/hour for weekend shifts **
$18.25-$20.25/hour for weekday awake overnight shifts **
$20.50-$22.50/hour for weekend awake overnight shifts (Friday & Saturday) **
Part-Time Initial Training pay is $14.00/hour
** Range listed above is due to $.50-$2.00/hour House Specific Rate Exception Differentials at specific homes if applicable.
Full-time Employees are eligible for the following benefits:
- Paid time off (PTO) & earned sick and safe time (ESST)
- Traditional health insurance plan
- FREE NICE HEALTHCARE subscription allowing eligible employees free virtual and in-home visits with nurse practitioners and PAs. Options for free prescriptions mental health services and xrays (See their website for more details and to find out whats covered free of charge).
- Vision dental and pet insurance
- Long-term disability
- Supplemental life insurance
- MN Paid Leave
- 401k
*Additional compensation includes optional asleep shifts paid at $11.50/hr wage increases starting at 1 year of employment bonuses tuition assistance and advancement opportunities. See our website for full benefit & qualification details.
**Part-time employees are also eligible for 401K ESST MN Paid Leave
Additional Perks:
- Meaningful life-changing work.
- Competitive Pay: Attractive pay rates with additional shift differentials
- Opportunities for career growth and advancement.
- Flexible hours and a supportive work environment.
- Customized internship options for various majors.
- Tuition Assistance Program (TAP): Up to $2000/year towards schooling.
- Internship Program available to all employees. (visit our website for more details).
Requirements:
- You must be at least 18 years old
- You must have a drivers license and a relatively clean driving record
- You must be able and willing to provide care for both male and female clients
- You must be able to lift up to 50 lbs
- You must be able to work independently and you must have interpersonal skills including empathy responsibility self-control good judgment and overall adjustment
- You must be able to see hear speak interact and write in English sufficiently to perform the essential functions of the position
- Part-time requires a minimum of 10 shifts/month (2-3 shifts/week) with an increasing number of homes only requiring 2 shifts/week.
- Full-time employees must work at least 38-40 hours per week
Ready to Make a Difference
For more information or to apply visit and set up an interview today!
ACR Homes is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
Required Experience:
Unclear Seniority
About Company
Leading group home provider with personalized & high quality patient care for people with disabilities in the Minneapolis/St. Paul metro area of Minnesota.