Direct Support Professional (DSP) - Mankato, MN - Higher Wage Location

Job Purpose

Provide support to those with developmental disabilities in a person-centered way. Encourage independence and daily personal growth while assisting with cares and engaging in home and community activities.

Wage

- $19.00 per hour for full-time employees + $1 shift differential for direct care hours worked. - $17.50 per hour for part-time employees + $1 shift differential for direct care hours worked.

Perks

Paid Training - Competitive Benefits - Overtime Pay - Flexible Scheduling

Location

Multiple locations in the greater Mankato, MN area.

Schedule

Flexible 8–40 hours/week, including every other weekend and some holidays.

What You’ll Do

- Provide direct care for others in an individualized and meaningful way. - Assist in personal cares. - Engage in community activities, i.e., bowling, shopping, watching a movie or exercising. - Complete daily direct care such as bathing, toileting, feeding, and dressing. - Complete household chores such as cooking, cleaning, and laundry. - Maintain HIPAA Compliance in all communications to HMC, whether written or verbal, external and internal. - Follows all health and safety policies and procedures. - Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

- Must be at least 18 years of age and have a high school diploma or general education degree. - Willingness to learn. - Ability to perform tasks with attention to detail and accuracy. - Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. - Ability to work well in a team environment and independently. - Good communication skills. - Must hold a valid United States driver's license and pass a driving record check conducted by our insurance carrier unless otherwise noted. - Must pass the MN Department of Human Services Background Study - Prior experience or training is not required, but having experience as a CNA, PCA, Caregiver, DSP, or healthcare-related professional is preferred.