What are the responsibilities and job description for the Community Support Specialist position at NHS Northstar?
Overview
The Community Support Specialist/Direct Support Professional works 1:1 with semi-independent individuals with disabilities in their homes and local communities across the Minnesota Iron Range and surrounding communities. The position will support independent living and daily task management through , promoting community involvement and facilitating leisure activities. This position offers a high level of independent working, decision making and flexible schedule management based on client needs. *Drivers license and personal vehicle is required, must meet the driving requirements and criteria acceptable to NHS Northstar’s insurance carrier (paid mileage reimbursement available).
*New employee starting bonuses to be paid after 90 days of employment:
- Part-time positions: $125.00
- Full-time positions: $250.00
Base starting pay:
- $18.25/hour- Standard base rate
Multiple locations in the following communities:
- Hibbing (Shifts vary)
- Virginia (Shifts vary)
- Grand Rapids (Shifts vary)
Available time types:
- Part-Time
- Full-Time - Grand Rapids, MN only
Available shifts options:
- Mornings
- Days
- Afternoons
- Overnights
- Weekend options
Qualifications
Experience/Education/Training
- High School Diploma or GED is preferred
Regulatory Requirements/Licensure
- Valid Driver’s License
- Department of Human Services Background Check
- Must meet the driving requirements and criteria acceptable to NHS Northstar’s insurance carrier
NHS Northstar is proud to offer the ultimate employee benefit: Company Ownership. When you join our team, you share company ownership with all of the other employee owners of NHS Northstar through our Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP).
Pay: From $18.25 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Employee assistance program
- Mileage reimbursement
- Paid time off
- Referral program
- Retirement plan
- Tuition reimbursement
Work Location: In person