Summary:
If you have personal or professional experience supporting individuals with intellectual or developmental disabilities, we may have the job for you! We are looking for DSP's that have a passion for helping others, love empowering individuals to reach their goals, and who always put the person served first. The Direct Support Professional plays a vital role in ensuring the health and well-being of the individuals that live in community residential homes in the southern suburbs (Bloomington, Edina, Richfield, and Eagan). As a Direct Support Professional, you will get to join individuals in activities like cooking, watching movies, doing crafts, and exploring the outdoors AND get paid to do it!
Our Diversity Statement:
Our approach to diversity is about embracing everyone. From cultivating a culture where all employees can bring their best selves to work to deploying diversity initiatives that support all, we’re doing what it takes to build a more equitable workplace for our employees and the individuals we serve. JEC Miller Inc. values diversity and the skills, knowledge and experience that difference brings to our culture. We encourage applications from people across all races, gender, age, religion, identity, sexual orientation, disability and veteran statuses.
Shifts:
We have a variety of different shifts available throughout the company. Let us know your availability and we will try to accommodate.
We have homes in the surrounding area: Bloomington, Savage, Richfield, Eagan, Areas.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Direct Support Professionals are responsible for assisting individuals with their day to day activities. Each individual we support has varying abilities and interests, so responsibilities may vary based on their needs.
- The individuals we serve require support and encouragement to reach their hopes, dreams, and goals.
- Most of the individuals require assistance with medication administration and supervision.
- Many individuals need assistance (or encouragement) with tasks of daily living such as oral hygiene, bathing, hair care, etc.
- Direct Support Professionals are required to ensure that assigned tasks and other preferred activities are supported throughout their shift and done in a person centered way.
- Communication with other DSP's and supervisors is a must, as is documenting the events of the day.
Requirements and Qualifications:
- Experience working with individuals with intellectual or developmental disabilities.
- Passion for helping individuals and a person centered approach to service delivery.
- Ability to pass a Background Study
- Valid Driver's License'
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Benefits
- zayzoon : Get paid on demand!
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: $14.00 - $18.25 per hour
Schedule:
- 10 hour shift
- 12 hour shift
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Night shift
- Overtime
- Weekends as needed
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Required)
Experience:
- Direct Support: 1 year (Required)
License/Certification:
- Driver's License (Required)
Work Location: In person