Overnight Direct Support Professional (DSP)

Overnight Direct Support Professional (DSP) Apple Valley, Burnsville, Rosemount, Inver Grove Heights, Mendota Heights, MN Full Time, MN We are a company that specializes in enriching the lives of individuals with developmental disabilities by providing creative and quality care in all areas of their lives! We are looking for staff that are dependable, energetic, and quick on their feet and are committed to helping our individuals live their best life! Creative Care Resources overnight shifts are typically from 10 pm to 8 am the following day. During overnight shifts, staff are expected to follow all of the trainings and procedures as daytime staff, but they do have the ability to sleep if the individuals are also asleep and in a safe setting. As a Creative Care Resources Direct Support Staff you should be: Be a team-player and have the ability to work with others to help ensure consistency in care Be an effective communicator Possess a sincere desire to help our individuals grow in skills and work towards long-term goals Aspire to truly enhance the lives of our individuals by engaging in meaningful interactions, helping them access the community safely and providing them with excellent care from the beginning to the end of your shift! Have reliable transportation to and from work and ability to be on time for scheduled shifts Requirements Must be 18 years of age or older Demonstrate the desire, skills and abilities to work with persons with special needs (training is provided) Pass a Criminal Background Check Valid driver's license & clean driving record preferred Demonstrate a positive demeanor & outlook Full Time requires working a minimum 30 hours per week Part Time hours are between 7 & 30 hours per week Abilityto stand, walk, sit, takestairs, bending/twisting, kneeling/crouching Abilityto lift up to 50 lbs. A willingness to work independently and as part of a team Read, write and speak English proficiently Abilityto count and manage money Ability to routinely operate basic equipment such as a calculator and telephone, household appliances, fire and alarm systems High school diploma or equivalent preferred 1 year experience working with persons with special needs is preferred Excellent benefits: ** Only available for Full time employees Medical Insurance** Dental Insurance ** Flexible SpendingAccount ** Paid Time Off 401k Vision Insurance ** Aflac ** Free life insurance** Flexible scheduling (days, evenings, weekends, overnights) Paid Training Opportunities for advancement Years of service annual bonus Company Events Hourly Rate: $18.75 Employees are also eligible for a quarterly incentive program after successfully completing their training period. Equal OpportunityEmployer #J-18808-Ljbffr