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What is a Direct Support Professional?
A Direct Support Professional (Caregiver) at Living Well Disability Services provides assistance and support to people to live well. This includes:
What skills are required to be a Direct Support Professional?
Living Well prides itself on offering comprehensive training to Direct Support Professionals. If you are interested in providing compassionate and quality supports to people with disabilities we will provide you with the training you need to be successful. All employees at must be at least 18 years old and be able to pass a MN Department of Human Services Background Study. Applicants should be comfortable using a computer for documentation, email, and time reporting.
Not 18? Ask about our Youth Direct Support Professional positions! We also offer overnight (asleep or awake) positions, and In-Home Support (Customized Services/one-on-one care)!
Why work with Living Well?
Living Well Disability Services transforms the lives of people impacted by disabilities through the delivery of exceptional services. As an organization, it is our vision that the people we support and our employees should have the resources and supports to live well. We have created a benefit package to support them in living their best lives. This includes a generous PTO plan, free financial services, employee discount programs, and medical benefits for all qualified employees.
Where and when will I work?
We are hiring in all communities right now! Our recruiting team will work with you to find the best fit in schedule and location for you!
We provide 24 hours services, 7 days a week and have a variety of different full time and part schedules available! Most employees work a combination of some week and weekend hours.
Living Well provides services in 36 homes and In-Home Support cross several different counties:
Benefits:
Part-time employees are eligible for the following benefits:
Full-time employees are eligible for the following benefits:
For more information about Living Well Disability Services visit our website at www.livingwell.org!
We are an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer.
Full Time
$35k-38k (estimate)
04/14/2024
06/13/2024
livingwell.org
Saint Paul, MN
100 - 200
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The following is the career advancement route for Direct Support Professional (DSP) positions, which can be used as a reference in future career path planning. As a Direct Support Professional (DSP), it can be promoted into senior positions as a Home Care Aide I that are expected to handle more key tasks, people in this role will get a higher salary paid than an ordinary Direct Support Professional (DSP). You can explore the career advancement for a Direct Support Professional (DSP) below and select your interested title to get hiring information.
If you are interested in becoming a Direct Support Professional, you need to understand the job requirements and the detailed related responsibilities. Of course, a good educational background and an applicable major will also help in job hunting. Below are some tips on how to become a Direct Support Professional for your reference.
Step 1: Understand the job description and responsibilities of an Accountant.
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Assisting clients with daily personal tasks, including bathing and dressing.
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Completing housekeeping tasks such as vacuuming, washing dishes and tidying.
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Helping plan client appointments and organize a schedule.
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Organizing with transportation arrangements to appointments.
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Shopping for groceries and preparing meals that meet specific client dietary needs.
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Step 2: Knowing the best tips for becoming an Accountant can help you explore the needs of the position and prepare for the job-related knowledge well ahead of time.
Career tips from people on Direct Support Professional jobs
First aid certified.
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Understanding of various disabilities.
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These support professionals need to maintain composure and approach crisis situations calmly.
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Knowledgeable about patient care
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