Direct Support Professional; Cold & St. Cloud Group Homes

• Location 13 8th Ave S,Cold Spring, MN, 56320,United States
• Base Pay $16.10 - $18.52 / Hour

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Support, Empower, and Inspire. Become a DSP at Catholic Charities Today!

We are a nonprofit organization serving Central Minnesota with core values rooted in
Compassion, Hope, Accountability, Respect, Dignity, and Service
. Catholic Charities empowers our neighbors and creates impact in housing, food, and mental health that is seen and felt for generations.

• As a Direct Support Professional, you will work in one of our 8 residential community based group homes. As a Direct Support Professional, you will increase clients’ quality of life through recreational activities, community outings, leisure activities, reading to clients, playing games, etc.
• Assist with personal cares (showering, toileting, hygiene, getting ready for the day, meal prep, etc.)
• Maintain a safe and clean home environment (assisting with laundry, cleanliness of living areas, ensure safe walkways/sidewalks, etc.)
• Provide client behavior assistance, support and behavior modification according to the client Treatment Plans.
• Develop and maintain a therapeutic relationship with clients.
• Provide medication administration to clients as directed by nursing staff and the treatment plan, as well as observe and keep accurate documentation.
• Ensure effective communication and documentation. Conduct daily review of client communication logs and complete charting.
• Be on time and ready to work. Maintain a steady pace at work and ensure tasks are completed by the end of your shift.
• Complete required training by established deadline.

• Education:
  
  High School diploma or equivalent
• Experience:
  
  Strongly prefer candidates with at least nine months of job-related experience in a group home setting
• Skills & Traits: “Can-do” attitude, team player, compassionate, respectful, patient, reliable, adaptable, and strong communication skills
• Minimum Requirements:
  
  Must have a valid driver’s license and an insured vehicle, and ability to pass a driver's license and background check

We have a variety of shifts available to best meet your needs, including days, evenings, overnight shifts and weekends.

Please note that all DSP shifts are designated as AWAKE shifts, irrespective of whether they occur during the day, evening or overnight hours.

An employee’s hours per week may vary based on their availability. Shifts are 8+ hours in length. Generally, employees work between 16 and 32 hours per week. If employees prefer to work only weekends due to other employment, we can generally accommodate that, too.

You will make a difference in the lives of clients every day and you will work with a great team of people!

• Vacation (15 days accrued during your first year)
• 8 paid holidays
• ESST-Sick (6 days your first year)

• Health, HSA, Dental & Long-Term Disability Coverage
• 401(k) with Agency Match
• Life Insurance & AD&D
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Employee Assistance & Wellness Programs
• Federal Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness Program eligibility