Direct Support Professional - Community Float

Job Description

Job Description

Do you love exploring new places and meeting new people? Are you a passionate advocate for people who have disabilities?

If you answered yes, then this Direct Support Professional (DSP) role is for you! Partnership Resources, Inc. is seeking a Float DSP to support adults who have developmental and intellectual disabilities working at community businesses. Float DSP’s provide substitute support, filling in for staff who are off for the day.

This is a part-time role working Monday-Friday, daytime time hours between 8 AM-4 PM. Shifts average 7 hours a day. 30-35 hours per week. No nights, no weekends!

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Details:

• Support people who have disabilities working at community businesses, assisting individuals to be successful on the job!
• Provide job coaching support, helping individuals with problem solving, decision making, on-the-job safety, and meeting their job expectations
• Support individuals to develop skills, achieve goals and advocate for themselves
• Occasional support at day programs, supporting recreation and leisure activities

Reliable personal vehicle REQUIRED.

Pay: $17.50 - $18.50 per hour depending on experience

Benefits included:

• Paid time off
• Paid holidays off
• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Retirement plan with employer match
• Voluntary Life AD&D coverage
• Free Employee Assistance Program
• Access to the federal Public Student Loan Forgiveness program

Minimum requirements:

• Reliable personal vehicle required so that you are able to get to work sites easily. This position is not suited for public transportation users
• Ability to travel between locations as needed. Mileage reimbursement is provided
• Must be comfortable working at different locations and environments throughout the week (i.e. commercial kitchen, hospital, retail setting). Working location/environment is determined by where clients are employed. All locations are within the Twin Cities/West Metro area
• Multilingual candidates are highly encouraged to apply
• 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 and willingness to assist individuals with activities of daily living
• Ability or willingness to learn basic computer and technology skills

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 us in our 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 any characteristic protected by law. We welcome and encourage people of all life experiences to apply.

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