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DSP with 2500 Hiring Bonus

Part-time

Lutheran Social Service of Minnesota

Bemidji, MNPart-time$17/hrSeen 3w ago

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Compensation
$17/hr
Location
Bemidji, MN
Schedule
Part-time
Work Authorization
Not specified

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Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

Valid Driver's License

Job overview

Lutheran Social Service of Minnesota is hiring a DSP with 2500 Hiring Bonus. Lutheran Social Service of Minnesota seeks a Direct Support Professional to provide person‑centered care, build purposeful relationships, advocate for individuals, maintain documentation, and participate in meetings and training, while offering a supportive, positive, and fun workplace with benefits and a hiring bonus.

Key focus areas include Provide guidance and encouragement while building purposeful relationships with individuals, Advocate for individuals in community engagement and essential living skills, and Maintain documentation, perform record keeping, and participate in meetings and training.

Important skills include Basic Computer Skills and English Reading And Writing. Preferred (not required): Person Centered Care.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Basic Computer SkillsEnglish Reading and WritingPerson Centered Care

Qualifications

High School Diploma or EquivalentValid Driver's LicenseAcceptable Driving RecordAbility to Pass Motor Vehicle CheckAbility to Pass DHS Background CheckPhysical RequirementDrug Test Required40% FTE or GreaterRemain Up to Date on All TrainingsMaintain Employment in Good StandingWork All Scheduled ShiftsNo Previous Experience Required

Benefits

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Paid Time Off

Full job description

Job Duties

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.

$2,500 Hiring Bonus!*

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.

*To be eligible for a hiring bonus you must meet the following requirements:

40% FTE or greater

Remain up to date on all trainings

Maintain employment in good standing

Work all scheduled shifts

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws.

For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.

Lutheran Social Service of MN is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer of all people regardless of gender, race, culture, religion, ethnicity, protected veteran status and/or disability. We actively foster an environment that is free of racism, discrimination, bias, and harassment where all individuals are treated with dignity, safety, and respect.

Minimum Education Required

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Minimum Experience Required

None

Shift

First (Day)

Number of Openings

1

Public Transportation Accessible

Yes

Veterans Encouraged to Apply

No

Physical Required

Yes

Drug Test Required

Yes

Compensation

$17.00 - $17.00 / Hourly

Postal Code

56601

Job Type

Part Time

Place of Work

On-site

Requisition ID

DSPWI009745

Job Benefits

Not specified

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