Direct Support Professional (DSP)

Job Summary Direct Support Professionals (DSP) assist clients with all activities of daily living, personal care, and program implementation. They are responsible for the daily well‑being and safety of clients, ensuring adequate supervision and supporting the home with household maintenance and housekeeping. Mount Olivet Rolling Acres – MORA is a diverse, inclusive nonprofit that has supported adults, seniors, and children with developmental disabilities, behavioral health needs, and chronic medical conditions for over five decades in the Twin Cities metro. MORA provides an array of services: Adult Day Services, Contracted Case Management, Community Supports, over 30 residential homes, respite, therapeutic recreation, training for guardians and families, and a Discovery Summer Daytime Program for youth with disabilities, as well as a Metro Crisis Coordination Program (MCCP) that offers a safety net of crucial cost‑effective services for adults and children. Hourly Pay Rate $18.50 per hour + $1.00 site differential. Weekend differential: +$2.00 for hours between Friday 10 pm and Sunday 10 pm. Overnight differential: +$1.00 for hours between 10 pm and 6 am. ($12.13 per hour for sleep hours only when assigned). Schedule 1 Week 1: Sun 8 am‑10 pm, Mon 2 pm‑10 pm, Tue 2 pm‑10 pm. Week 2: Sun 8 am‑10 pm, Mon 2 pm‑10 pm, Tue 2 pm‑10 pm. (Can change to every other weekend if preferred). Retention Bonus Full‑time staff: $1,500 over 1 year. Part‑time staff: $750 over 1 year. Duties and Responsibilities Assists clients with daily cares, medical needs and supports, ADLs and mental health supports. Assists individuals with a daily routine, providing opportunities for choice and presenting creative options as needed. The daily routine includes, but is not limited to: hygiene, domestic tasks, leisure time usage, grooming, socializing, budgeting, money usage, safety and health, studying, homework completion if applicable, and participating as a member of the community. Plans and implements recreation, leisure and community activities. Drives to/from and accompanies client/s at appointments and community activities using a company vehicle during all hours of operation. Assists individuals supported in establishing and maintaining community relationships and facilitating friendships. Demonstrates an understanding of the person as a unique individual and how to implement programs in accordance with the Coordinated Service and Support Plan (CSSP), Coordinated Service and Support Plan Addendum (CSSP‑A), and Individual Abuse Prevention Plan. Provides person‑centered services demonstrated through practice, action, and language. Maintains a working knowledge of person(s) history, skills, areas of vulnerabilities, habilitation plans, and emergency procedures. Participates in the support team process; assists with developing, and implementing goals. Maintains and performs proper administration and documentation of all prescribed medication, treatments, diets, and/or exams, or as otherwise directed by the CSSP and CSSP‑A. Maintains confidentiality in accordance with HIPAA and MORA policies and procedures. Prepares meals following planned menu for clients in the home and completes weekly food ordering as needed and/or scheduled. Assists with daily housekeeping and household maintenance. Completes house quality improvement assessments and addresses identified issues as needed. Ensures adequate supervision of clients, including remaining on shift until a replacement employee arrives. Works harmoniously with and shows respect to all internal and external individuals. Communicates effectively with others at work verbally and in writing, using the primary spoken language of clients in the home. Completes all mandatory training either determined by MORA or 245D regulations. Reads and follows company policies and procedures. Remains awake at all times unless working an assigned sleeping shift. Documents program data and daily log information accurately and in a timely fashion. Collaborates with the team to complete other duties as assigned or as needed. Desired Qualifications At least 1 year of experience with clients with intellectual/developmental disabilities. Interest in supporting clients with intellectual and developmental disabilities, and/or mental health needs. Required Qualifications Must pass Department of Human Services background check and maintain qualified status. Must not be excluded from working in government health programs by the Office of Inspector General. Must be able to successfully meet company’s physical job demands. Must have a valid current driver’s license and must have vehicle insurance as required by state law. Successful completion of Medication Administration class with 80 % or greater, regularly passes medications using correct procedure without error. Ability to use the computer and do so in alignment with client needs and company procedures. Benefits MORA can provide supervision for Social Worker Licensing. Generous tuition reimbursement and scholarship opportunities. Many opportunities for advancement. Mount Olivet Rolling Acres promotes from within. Medical insurance with company sponsored health reimbursement account and health savings account. Dental insurance. Life insurance; employee, spouse and children’s coverage options. Long‑term disability. Flexible spending for medical and dependent care. 403(b) retirement plans that match after 1 year of employment. Paid time off up to three weeks annually which increases after the first year of employment. Opportunity for usage of our private vacation property west of Duluth (McGregor, MN). Awards for outstanding employee performance and promotion opportunities. Mount Olivet Rolling Acres is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. #J-18808-Ljbffr