*NOTE: Employees must be comfortable working with individuals with behaviors. This Location offers a $3/hr pay differential.
PKT Enterprises has an immediate full-time opening for Direct Support Professionals (DSP) in the Fridley area for Full-Time hours every day of the week. The role of a DSP involves coming along side persons with disabilities to provide aide and opportunities that may be difficult for them to do independently; this includes getting out in the community and being involved in fun activities. Some other responsibilities would include assisting with client programming, preparing meals, passing medications, doing laundry & house cleaning, assisting with medical appointments. Full training will be provided. Work will be done in a group home setting in a 2 to 1 Staff to Client ratio.
Details:
This client is moving into the house in Mid-June. We are looking for staff who would be comfortable starting once she has moved in, or if you are wanting to work before then we are happy to work with you to come up with a temporary schedule at one or multiple of our other locations until this individual moves in. Once she moves in, you schedule would change so that you would be working with her directly. This position requires new hires to be scheduled for at least a Friday, Saturday, or Sunday, in addition to other hours.
Openings:
M-F 6a-10p
M-F 6a-10p
Sat,Sun 6a-10p
Sat, Sun 6a-10p
Awake Overnights 10p-6a Monday though Sunday
Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or Proof of General Educational Development (GED) Tests Completion
• Candidates must be comfortable working with individuals with behaviors

Requirements:

• 1 year experience providing Community Residential Services to vulnerable adults
• Must be able to work on Fridays, Saturdays, or Sundays
• A Valid Driver's License
• Able to read, write, and speak the English language at a level that is able to be understood by the individuals receiving services
• Dependable Vehicle
• Good Driving Record
• Car Insurance in Employee's Name
• At Least 19 Years Old
• Able to lift 50lbs

Benefits:

• Paid Time Off (Full-time) (accrual begins day 1)
• Holiday Pay
• Mileage Reimbursement
• Use of Company Vehicles (where available)
• Frequent Overtime Shifts Available
• Several Medical and Dental Insurance Plans to Choose From (Full-time) (offered after 90 days)
• 401(k) (matching)
• Employee Appreciation Giveaways
• Birthday Gifts (Ask us what "B'Linko" Means!)
• Footwear Benefit Program ($100 per year)
• Health and Wellness (gym) Benefit Program
• Experience Fun Outings Around the Twin Cities

PKT Enterprises was established in 1994, and is committed to serving the needs of adults diagnosed with developmental disabilities. To learn more about our mission or to download our application for employment, please visit www.PKTEnterprises.com .