Direct Support Professional – Specialist

Are you passionate about helping people So are we Whether you have a specific interest in human services social work or the non profit space or you just want to make a difference weve got the job for you Partnership Resources Inc is seeking a full time Direct Support Professional DSP to support adults with developmental and intellectual disabilities in our day program DSPs are key advocates who foster joyful living by supporting individual choice skill development and community exploration This full time DSP Specialist position is similar to being the lead teacher of a classroom providing dedicated hands on support to an assigned caseload As a DSP Specialist you will Develop and implement activities that build life skills or offer social engagement through recreation We do everything BINGO karaoke music therapy job readiness math reading healthy living art and social skills are just a few examples

Accompany individuals on field trips and to volunteer sites assisting people to explore and connect with their community in an inclusive way Support a caseload of individuals maintaining communication with the persons home or family completing daily documentation and participating in care team meetings

Support individuals using person centered strategies in order to help people achieve goals and self advocate

Preview the job here httpswwwyoutubecomwawAPay  per hour depending on experience Schedule Monday Friday 8 AM 4 PM 40 hours per week

• Paid time off
• Paid holidays off
• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Retirement plan with employer match
• Free Life AD&D coverage
• Free Long Term Disability coverage
• Free Employee Assistance Program

Qualifying employer for the federal Public Student Loan Forgiveness program

Requirements No experience necessary All training is provided We are passionate about helping people explore a new career as a DSP or provide a pathway to further opportunities Multilingual candidates who speak Spanish Hmong Somali Oromo or American Sign Language are encouraged to apply Language skills help us to coordinate services and support participation for individuals served

Must be able to pass a background check with the MN Department of Human Services Must be authorized to work in the United States without a sponsor visa Minimum age requirement is 18 years

Must be able to regularly pushpulllift 21 50 pounds

Ability to withstand 6 or more hours of standing or walking in an 8 hour workday

Ability and willingness to assist individuals in activities of daily living including feeding restroom assistance and other self help skills

Basic computer and technology skills This position utilizes the computer daily ie for lesson planning report writing and documentation of goals & outcomes

This position does not require you to transport individuals

Our vision is that every person with disabilities thrives in an inclusive community Together with our community partners we raise awareness help shape opportunities and ensure that people with disabilities have abundant choices within community life Join us in our mission Partnership Resources Inc is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating a diverse workforce We will not discriminate against any employee or applicant based upon any characteristic protected by law We welcome and encourage people of all life experiences to apply Learn more at wwwpartnershipresourcesorg