Weekend DSP: Many shifts available! $1500 HIRING BONUS!

Weekend DSP: Many Shifts Available! $1500 HIRING BONUS!

Lutheran Social Service of MN (LSS) is hiring Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) at multiple locations in the Elk River/Coon Rapids area!

Pay:

• $16.00- $17.00/hr, depending on location
• Upon completion of six months of consistent employment, there is an opportunity to obtain a wage increase to $16.50-$17.50/hr!
• $1500 Hiring Bonus!

Shifts:

• Elk River: Every other weekend 3pm-9pm
• Coon Rapids: Every other weekend 8am-3pm, Every other weekend 8am-1pm, Every other weekend Sat 8am-2pm & Sun 8am-4pm, 2pm-10pm

As a Direct Support Professional (DSP) at LSS you will:

• Provide hands-on support to individuals with identified needs in a residential setting, helping them live as independently as possible while pursuing their personal goals.
• Focus on person-centered care, daily living assistance, community inclusion, and overall health and safety.
• Offer guidance, advocacy, and behavioral support, assist with personal care and household tasks, provide transportation, monitor well-being, maintain required documentation, and support basic financial management to ensure high-quality, compliant care in a safe and supportive home environment.

What LSS offers you as a DSP:

• All employees have access to childcare assistance, discounts on events and services, an employee assistance program, financial counseling, 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

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!

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.