Direct Support Professional Caregiver (Swing and/or Night Shift)

Do you have the heart to serve? Do you know someone who is needing a Direct Support Professional (DSP) to provide services including IHS (individualized home supports), ICLS (individual community living supports), or Respite care whom you are interested in working with? Whether the individual served is new, or is already associated with our agency at Alpine Home Health, we can look into having you work as a DSP. As a Direct Support Professional, you will be responsible for providing support and assistance to individuals with disabilities in accordance with the 245D regulations.
Provide direct care and support to individuals with disabilities in a respectful and compassionate manner

• Implement individualized care plans and behavior support plans as established by the care team
• Accompany and drive individuals to appointments, community activities, and run errands
• Ability to use the Electronic Verification Visit App to log hours and services

Requirements: - Valid driver's license and reliable transportation (not required for night supervision)

• Ability to work flexible hours, including weekends and holidays
• Ability to pass a MN Dept of Human Services background check
• Have not been excluded from participating in Federal or State Healthcare Programs
• Ability to complete Orientation and Positive Support Rule Training online or a combination of in-person and online
• Required Vulnerable Adult Training through the Department of Human Service
• Must be able to stand, walk, bend, and stoop down to clean and to care for individuals served
• Experience working with individuals with disabilities or vulnerable adults
• Knowledge of 245D Home and Community Based Service Standards, prior experience in caregiving or working as a Direct Support Professional, or willing to learn policies prior to assuming responsibilities
• CPR or First Aid training or willing to learn prior to assuming responsibilities

If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of individuals with disabilities, we encourage you to apply for this rewarding position.

Expected shifts: Flexible Monday-Sunday (mornings, afternoons, and evenings)