Direct Support Professional - Owatonna - $2,500 Hiring Incentive Job at Minnesota Department of Human Services
Minnesota Department of Human Services Owatonna, MN
Candidates may be eligible for up to a $2,500 hiring bonus!
**In order to be considered for the position, apply through our Careers page by copying and pasting this link in your web browser**
https://bit.ly/DCT64710
This posting will be used to fill multiple permanent, full-time (80 hours), part-time and intermittent (on-call) Direct Care positions within DHS Community Based Services sites in Owatonna, MN. Shifts Available: Day, rotating (day/evening combination) OR overnight. We also offer shift differential for hours between 7pm and 7am!
As a Direct Support Specialist, you will be a member of a team who helps provide essential services to Minnesota’s most vulnerable residents. On a day-to-day basis, you will:
- Assist individuals when needed in the performance of work, recreation, and activities of daily living
- Lift, move, or position non-ambulatory or ambulatory individuals
- Administer medications, implement instructions, and act accordingly as directed
- Respond to medical emergencies, including first aid and CPR
- Transport and accompany individuals to medical appointments, community outings, recreational activities, and spiritual events
- Respond therapeutically to individuals with challenging behaviors
With locations across Minnesota, it is likely we will have a vacancy near you, working at one home rather than multiple locations!
Minimum Qualifications
- Must be at least 18 years of age
- Current and valid driver's license
- Basic math skills
- Clear communication skills
- Basic computer skills
Preferred Qualifications
- Our employees are dedicated to ensuring cultural responsiveness. Preferred candidates will have a variety of experiences working effectively with others from different backgrounds and cultures.
Additional Requirements
To facilitate proper crediting, please ensure that your resume clearly describes your experience in the areas listed and indicates the beginning and ending month and year for each job held.
REFERENCE/BACKGROUND CHECKS - The Department of Human Services will conduct reference checks to verify job-related credentials and criminal background check prior to appointment.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: $16.02 - $25.41 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Referral program
- Retirement plan
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Holidays
- Night shift
- On call
- Overtime
- Weekend availability
Supplemental pay types:
- Signing bonus
Work Location: In person
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