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Part Time DSP

Lutheran Social Service of Minnesota

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Part Time On Site 0-2 yrs$18 / HOURPosted 1 month ago

Location

Faribault, Minnesota

Salary

$18 / HOUR

Quick overview

Provide person-centered care, guidance, and advocacy to individuals with disabilities to support their essential living skills. Maintain accurate documentation and participate in required training and meetings.

Requirements summary

No previous experience or education is required for this role. Candidates must possess basic computer skills, a valid driver's license, and the ability to pass background and motor vehicle checks.

CommunicationAdvocacyDocumentationRelationship buildingRecord keepingPerson-centered careBasic computer skillsCommunity engagement

Job description

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!

Upon completion of six months of consistent employment, there is an opportunity to obtain a wage increase up to $17.50/hour.

Shifts: M/T/W 3-8 s/S 2-8 s/S 8-2 s/S 8-2

As a Direct Support Professional (DSP) at LSS you will

Find purpose with our deep and meaningful work that has a person-centered approach to care.
Provide guidance and encouragement, while building purposeful relationships with your individuals.
Advocate for your individuals in all aspects of their life, including community engagement and support in essential living skills.
Maintain documentation, perform record keeping, and participate in periodic meetings/training according to regulations and LSS standards.

What LSS offers you as a DSP

All employees have access to childcare assistance, discounts on events and services, an employee assistance program, financial counselling, a wellness program, and UKG Wallet which allows you to access your payroll dollars before payday!
Employees working 30+ hours a week have access to medical, dental, life, vision, 403(b) plan with a match, and other ancillary plans.
Generous PTO plan that includes paid holidays and float days.
Paid training during your orientation and throughout your employment.
Opportunities to grow your career at LSS within our 24+ different services.
A diverse workplace with an outstanding reputation for putting the persons served and employees first.
An ALIVE Workplace that is Supportive, Positive, Healthy and Fun!

What you offer LSS as a DSP

The desire to help individuals with disabilities achieve their personal hopes and dreams through person centered care and support.
No education requirements
No previous experience required
Basic computer skills
Ability to read and write in English
A valid driver's license, acceptable driving record and the ability to pass a Motor Vehicle Check.
The ability to successfully pass a DHS background check.

A career as a DSP is great for someone with experience as a Homemaker, PCA, Caregiver, Resident Assistant, or anyone with a passion to help others! A career as a DSP is also a great jumping off point for people looking to get into social work, nursing, healthcare, human services, psychology, and the non-profit sector.

Benefits

Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Medical insurance
Paid holidays
Paid time off
Paid training
Life insurance
Employee assistance program
403(b) plan
Wellness program
Childcare assistance
Discounts on events and services
Financial counselling
Payroll advance