Direct Support Professional (DSP) Bemidji

Job Description

Job Description

Cardinal of Minnesota creates an environment where meaningful careers flourish alongside exceptional client care. Cardinal has built its reputation on a simple yet powerful principle: when employees thrive, clients receive the best service possible.

Wage scales starting at $18/hour for all awake hours and potential of up to $1,000 Retention Bonus for select sites! Please note all DSP positions require an e/o weekend rotation.

Become an Agent of Change! Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) support individuals with disabilities live an independent and inclusive life and committed professionals are needed! Cardinal offers flexibility - Full-time, part-time, or every other weekend - perfect for students or individuals seeking additional income. We also have an In-home department that has flexibility of hours during the week and offers opportunities to have weekends off. We find creative, flexible work schedules that meet YOUR unique and individual needs!

As a Direct Support Professional (DSP) you will ensure that the daily needs of each client are met through teaching, counseling, advising, and providing a positive role model in a manner which enables the greatest degree of independence possible in their activities of daily living.

Compliments of the Nest:

• Competitive starting wages
• Vacation and sick time
• FT Benefit eligible employees are offered medical plans through an ICHRA (Individual Coverage Health Reimbursement Arrangement) and ancillary benefits that include dental, vision, LTD, accident, hospital indemnity, critical illness, voluntary term life insurance, and ER paid term life insurance
• Wellness Reimbursement Program
• 22% Verizon Discount
• 401(k) with a generous company match
• Clear career path with our Career Development plans which leads to greater opportunities for advancement
• Company outings and events
• FUN and rewarding work environment!

You'll be a good fit for this role if you:

• Have a sense of humor and enjoy having fun at work!
• Are passionate about your work and motivated to make a difference
• Are 18 years of age or older and ability to pass a MN Criminal Background Screen; valid Driver's License and acceptable motor vehicle record
• Have the ability to follow a recipe and cook homestyle meals
• Will provide personal cares for all clients which may include assistance with oral care, toileting, bathing, and feeding
• Have the ability to walk, squat, stoop/bend, kneel, climb stairs, be able to lift at least 50 pounds, push and pull against potential resistance
• Due to the safety and regulatory requirements, and the need to communicate and supervise our clients, an applicant must have adequate vision, reading, writing, and documentation skills and comprehension of the English language and possess adequate computer skills; ability to perform the essential functions of the role
• Demonstrate commitment to the mission and core values of COM, and have the ability to actively participate in a team approach atmosphere

In keeping with our mission to provide a safe, happy, healthy living environment for our clients, Cardinal of Minnesota, Ltd. provides residential and support services for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Cardinal was founded in 1995 and operates 44 residential homes in Minnesota, serving 250 clients and is comprised of a workforce of approximately 425 employees. Cardinal operates in the following communities: Rochester, Winona, Austin, Red Wing, Spring Valley, Harmony, Chatfield, La Crescent, Mantorville, and Bemidji.

Cardinal of Minnesota is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. All employment decisions are based on job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion or belief, or any other protected status. We envision a workplace without barriers-where opportunity is universally accessible, differences are celebrated, and our people reflect the diverse communities we serve. All applicants over the age of 18 are encouraged to apply.