Float Direct Support Professional
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Homeward Bound, Inc. is hiring a Float Direct Support Professional. Float Direct Support Professionals at Homeward Bound empower individuals with developmental and physical disabilities by providing daily living support, health safety oversight, and enriching activities while mentoring staff across multiple residential homes.
Key focus areas include Support individuals in daily living skills such as meal preparation, hygiene, dressing, and community activities., Ensure the health and safety of the people served, including administering medications and monitoring health needs., and Provide life-enriching experiences such as outings, celebrations, and activities that promote independence and joy..
Important skills include Direct Care, Medication Administration, Meal Preparation, Hygiene Assistance, Dressing Assistance, and Community Activities Support.
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Location 12805 Highway 55, Plymouth, MN, 55441, USA
Base Pay $20.00 / HOUR
Employee Type Non-Exempt
Manage Others No
Minimum Experience 1 Year
Contact Information
Name Zainab Mohamed
Email [email protected]
Job Description
At Homeward Bound, Float Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) help empower people with developmental and physical disabilities to live full, dignified, and enriching lives. Float DSPs train and support across multiple residential homes, building strong relationships with both the individuals we serve and the staff teams you’ll work alongside.
Schedules Available:
This full-time position is 40 hours per week. Regular schedules will be assigned within one of these availability options:
- Day/Evening Float: 7:00am-11:00pm, either Sunday-Wednesday or Wednesday-Saturday.
What You’ll Do:
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Support individuals in daily living skills such as meal preparation, hygiene, dressing, and community activities.
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Ensure the health and safety of the people served, including administering medications and monitoring health needs.
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Provide life-enriching experiences such as outings, celebrations, and activities that promote independence and joy.
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Mentor and train staff while maintaining flexibility to float between different group home locations.
Why You’ll Love Working Here:
Employees tell us the best part of working at Homeward Bound is the relationships, with coworkers and with the individuals we support. Each day you’ll have the opportunity to make someone’s life more meaningful, fun, and independent.
Requirements
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One year experience providing direct care to people with disabilities required
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Must be 18+ years old
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High school diploma or equivalent preferred
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Ability to pass a MN Department of Human Services background study
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Valid Minnesota Driver’s License with acceptable driving record
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Current CPR and First Aid certification (training provided if not current)
Summary
Benefits Include:
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Qualifying non-profit employer for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)
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403(b) retirement plan with employer match after one year
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Affordable ICHRA health insurance options
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Dental, Vision, Life, Short-Term and Long-Term Disability insurance
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Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
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Education scholarships and paid training
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SmartDollar (a financial wellness benefit from Ramsey Solutions)
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Additional voluntary benefits (Accident, Hospital Indemnity, Identity Theft Protection)
Homeward Bound is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
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