What are the responsibilities and job description for the Recreational Direct Support Professional position at ND Health and Human Services?
Life Skills and Transition Center (LSTC) - Grafton, ND - Recreational Direct Support Professional
As our Recreational Direct Support Professional, you will provide a variety of activities including social, independent and home-based for individuals residing at LSTC through the Dakota East (DE) Vocational Program. These activities will take place during the day, evening, and on weekends. You will assist in establishing, coordinating, and supervising the new shuttle service.
Additionally, you will research, plan, and attend activities both on-site at LSTC and within the community. You will also help organize and facilitate living area meeting coverage and Special Olympics events. In the evenings, you will supervise the recreational rooms and offer engaging activities for participants. Overall, you will play a key role in supporting individuals across home, work, and community settings, with a focus on promoting independence and engagement in meaningful, fulfilling activities.
To succeed in this role, you should be committed to improving the lives of those supported at LSTC through person-centered support, community integration, and meaningful engagement. A passion for empowering individuals in a safe, and supportive environment is essential, along with the ability to communicate effectively across various platforms and with people from diverse backgrounds.
To be considered for this position, you are required to have a high school diploma or equivalent and at least one (1) year of professional experience providing direct care to the special populations.
You must have a valid drivers license and complete the assigned defensive driving course.
About HHS:
ND HHS strives to make North Dakota the healthiest state in the nation by reinforcing the foundations of well-being: physical, economic, and behavior. Those services are to be delivered as close to home as possible with a focus on dignity and respect. The keys to delivery of those services are the 2800 committed, compassionate ND HHS team members and more than $6 billion in funding from nearly 200 different federal, state, and special sources.
Location:
ND HHS utilizes a blended workplace model. This position provides essential client services face to face and therefore the person in this position needs to be onsite in Grafton, ND.
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Application Procedures
Your resume should include information to demonstrate how you meet the minimum qualifications as posted. If the Department's Human Resource Division is unable to determine that you meet the minimum qualifications, credit will not be given. All application material must be received on or before the closing date by 11:59 pm.
Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. The Department of Health & Human Services does not offer or provide sponsorships.
A copy of your qualifying degrees transcript and any applicable certifications or licensures must be provided at the time of an interview.
For more information about the position or if you need an accommodation, please contact Shawn Hanson at shmhanson@nd.gov or at 701.352.4574.
Employing Unit: ND HHS - LSTC
Unit Phone Number: 701.328.2876
TTY Number: ND Relay Service 1-800-366-6888 (text); 1-800-366-6889 (voice)
If you are experiencing technical difficulties with the Application Process or uploading attachments, please contact recruiter@nd.gov or (701)328-3290.
Equal Employment Opportunity
The State of North Dakota and this hiring agency do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex (including sexual orientation and gender identity), genetics, religion, age or disability in employment or the provisions of services and complies with the provisions of the North Dakota Human Rights Act.
As an employer, the State of North Dakota prohibits smoking in all places of state employment in accordance with N.D.C.C. Sect. 23-12-10.