Awake Overnight DSP with 2500 Hiring Bonus
Part-timeLutheran Social Service of Minnesota
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Lutheran Social Service of Minnesota is hiring an Awake Overnight DSP with 2500 Hiring Bonus. The Direct Support Professional (DSP) provides guidance and encouragement to individuals with disabilities, building purposeful relationships and advocating for them in all aspects of their lives. This role involves community engagement, support in essential living skills, documentation, and participation in meetings and training. The position is for awake overnight shifts.
Key focus areas include Provide guidance and encouragement to individuals, Build purposeful relationships with individuals, and Advocate for individuals in all aspects of their life.
Successful candidates bring High School Diploma or Equivalent, 40% FTE or Greater, and Physical Required. Important skills include Basic Computer Skills and Read And Write In English. Preferred (not required): Person Centered Care, Guidance And Encouragement, Building Purposeful Relationships, and Advocacy.
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Upon completion of six months of consistent employment, there is an opportunity to obtain a wage increase up to $16.50/hour.
$2,500 Hiring Bonus!*
This position is for awake overnight positions (10:00pm-6:00am). There are openings in both Grand Rapids and Cohasset!
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.
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!
*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
$16.00 - $16.00 / Hourly
Postal Code
55744
Job Type
Part Time
Place of Work
On-site
Requisition ID
AWAKE009533
Job Benefits
Not specified
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