What are the responsibilities and job description for the Float Direct Support Professional - Unit Based Services position at Mains'l Services?
Join Our Team as a Direct Support Professional!
Mains’l is seeking compassionate and dedicated Direct Support Professionals who are passionate about helping people live independently in their own home. As part of our team, you’ll provide support for people residing in their own home, accessing 24-hour Unit Based services to live independently within their community.
As a Unit-Based DSP Float, you will support multiple individuals by providing coverage for scheduled shifts, vacations and staffing needs based on your fixed availability. You will provide individualized 1:1 support in areas such as health, wellness, and safety; home management; community participation; adaptive skills; and other needs outlined in each person's support plan. In this role, you will empower individuals receiving services with Mains’l by playing a key part in advancing person-centered goals, fostering independence, and promoting self-advocacy skills.
If you are patient, adaptable, and enjoy autonomy in your environment, this could be the perfect opportunity for you! We are committed to providing person-centered care that respects the needs, preferences, and goals of those we support.
Mains’l is committed to providing Equal Employment Opportunities to all employees and applicants.
Location: Position provide support throughout the seven-county Twin Cities Metro area, including Minneapolis, Woodbury, Stillwater, Shoreview, Edina, Bloomington, Maple Grove, Brooklyn Park, Minnetonka, Plymouth
Wage: Starting $22.00/ Hour
Schedule: 30 hours a week with a variety of shifts (AM/PM), including at least two weekends per month
This is not an on-call position
Job Responsibilities
Mains’l is seeking compassionate and dedicated Direct Support Professionals who are passionate about helping people live independently in their own home. As part of our team, you’ll provide support for people residing in their own home, accessing 24-hour Unit Based services to live independently within their community.
As a Unit-Based DSP Float, you will support multiple individuals by providing coverage for scheduled shifts, vacations and staffing needs based on your fixed availability. You will provide individualized 1:1 support in areas such as health, wellness, and safety; home management; community participation; adaptive skills; and other needs outlined in each person's support plan. In this role, you will empower individuals receiving services with Mains’l by playing a key part in advancing person-centered goals, fostering independence, and promoting self-advocacy skills.
If you are patient, adaptable, and enjoy autonomy in your environment, this could be the perfect opportunity for you! We are committed to providing person-centered care that respects the needs, preferences, and goals of those we support.
Mains’l is committed to providing Equal Employment Opportunities to all employees and applicants.
Location: Position provide support throughout the seven-county Twin Cities Metro area, including Minneapolis, Woodbury, Stillwater, Shoreview, Edina, Bloomington, Maple Grove, Brooklyn Park, Minnetonka, Plymouth
Wage: Starting $22.00/ Hour
Schedule: 30 hours a week with a variety of shifts (AM/PM), including at least two weekends per month
This is not an on-call position
Job Responsibilities
- Provide 1:1 supports consistent with what is needed for the person and authorized for Mains’l to provide (this may include dressing, bathing, responding to behavioral and mental health crisis, coaching through difficult situations, etc.)
- Implement individualized support plans and behavioral strategies
- Promote community engagement
- Administer mediations, as needed
- Collaborate and communicate effectively with the team on service plans
- Document on service plans as instructed, ensuring accurate records for ongoing support
- Complete incident reports when required
- Ensure a safe and structured environment
- Complete and stay up to date on all trainings that are assigned
- At least 18 years of age
- Valid MN driver’s license and ability to pass Motor Vehicle Report
- Reliable transportation with valid insurance
- Ability to pass a background check through DHS
- 2 years of experience as a DSP or similar with behavioral or medical supports
- Experienced supporting individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and utilizing de-escalation techniques
- Experience using adaptive equipment or willingness to learn
- Paid training
- Education Assistance
- 401(k) and matching
- Sick time
- Paid Time Off
- Health Insurance- including dental and vision
- Life Insurance
- Health Savings Account
Salary : $22