What are the responsibilities and job description for the Direct Support Professional position at PossAbilities?
Make a difference every day as a Direct Support Professional
PossAbilities is the premier organization serving people with developmental disabilities in Southeastern Minnesota. We provide day services focused on person-centered supports in our center and home-based programs. Our leaders and staff members create opportunities to promote independence and so all can contribute and connect with community.
Job Summary – Find Your Purpose And Passion
A Direct Support Professional (DSP) mentors and supports individuals with a variety of disabilities in daily living activities, essential life skills and community engagement experiences. You have the flexibility to work part time or full time. Starting wage is $18 per hour, based on experience. Typical working hours are Monday-Friday, 7:30am – 3:30pm.
Amazing Benefits – We Care About Your Well-being
PossAbilities is the premier organization serving people with developmental disabilities in Southeastern Minnesota. We provide day services focused on person-centered supports in our center and home-based programs. Our leaders and staff members create opportunities to promote independence and so all can contribute and connect with community.
Job Summary – Find Your Purpose And Passion
A Direct Support Professional (DSP) mentors and supports individuals with a variety of disabilities in daily living activities, essential life skills and community engagement experiences. You have the flexibility to work part time or full time. Starting wage is $18 per hour, based on experience. Typical working hours are Monday-Friday, 7:30am – 3:30pm.
Amazing Benefits – We Care About Your Well-being
- 100% paid Medical insurance premiums for full-time employees; spouse 81%; family 72%
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Short-term disability and long-term disability
- Company paid life insurance for full-time employees
- 403(b) retirement plan with a 3% employer match following the first year of employment
- 4 weeks of Paid Time Off (PTO) annually
- 7 paid holidays and 1 floating holiday
- Enjoy working as part of a team and independently to provide innovative, person-centered supports and services geared to each individual’s goals
- Perform personal care tasks, including assistance with basic hygiene, grooming, feeding, movement, toileting and health-related tasks
- Learn how to document services provided, such as daily activities, Individual Abuse Prevention plans, Individual Program plans and assessments
- Other reasonable, related duties as assigned by the supervisor or other management staff
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