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,we’vegotthe job for you.

Partnership Resources, Inc.is seekingafull-timeDirectSupport Professional (DSP)to supportadultswith developmental and intellectual disabilitiesin our day program.DSPs are key advocates whofoster joyful living by supportingindividual choice,skilldevelopmentandcommunityexploration.This full-time DSP - Specialist position issimilar tobeing the lead teacher of a classroom, providing dedicated hands-on support to an assigned caseload.

As a DSP- Specialist, you will:

• Developand implementactivitiesthat buildlife skills or offersocialengagement through recreation.We do everything!BINGO,karaoke,music therapy,job readiness,math,reading,healthy living,artandsocial skillsare just a few examples
• Accompanyindividualsonfield tripsand to volunteer sites –assistingpeopleto exploreand connect with theircommunity in an inclusive way
• Support a caseload of individuals – maintaining communication with the person’s home or family, completing daily documentation and participating in care team meetings
• Supportindividuals using person-centered strategiesin order tohelppeopleachieve goals andself-advocate
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Pay:$17.50- $18.50per hour depending onexperience

Schedule:Monday-Friday 8 AM-4 PM (40 hoursper week)

Benefits included:

• 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!
• 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 push/pull/lift 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, i.e. 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 usinour mission. Apply now!

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 anycharacteristicprotected by law. We welcome and encourage people of all life experiences to apply.

Learn more atwww.partnershipresources.org