Job Description

DSP (Direct Support Professional)
Harry Meyering Center supports people with developmental and intellectual disabilities in their homes and community.
Are you seeking a caregiver career path by assisting others to live their best lives? Do you want to make a difference?

Then, we want to discuss the opportunities that await you at HMC!

Objective: Provide support to those with developmental disabilities in a person-centered way. Encourage independence and daily personal growth while assisting with cares and engaging in home and community activities.

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Schedule: Work anywhere from 8 to 40 hours a week! This includes working at least every other Saturday and Sunday.  Plus, fill-in and holidays. Shifts may include 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM, 3:00 PM to 10:00 PM, or other short shifts, including 12:00 PM to 4:00 PM or 4:00 PM to 8:00 PM.
Wage: $16.50 (Part-Time)—$18.00 (Full-Time) per hour, with additional shift differentials in specific locations.
Job Duties and Responsibilities: 

• Provide direct care for others in an individualized and meaningful way.
• Assist in personal cares.
• Engage in community activities, i.e., bowling, shopping, watching a movie or exercising.
• Complete daily direct care such as bathing, toileting, feeding, and dressing.
• Complete household chores such as cooking, cleaning, and laundry.
• Maintain HIPAA Compliance in all communications to HMC, whether written or verbal, external and internal.
• Follows all health and safety policies and procedures.
• Other duties as assigned.

What are the perks?

• Get paid while you train!
• Flexible Scheduling
• Helping people live their best lives.
• Overtime pay.
• Differential pay (site-specific).
• Referral Bonus Available
• Part-Time and Full-Time Availability
• Competitive pay and benefits for full-time employees.

Qualifications:

• Must be at least 18 years of age and have a high school diploma or general education degree. 
• Willingness to learn.
• Ability to perform tasks with attention to detail and accuracy.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work well in a team environment and independently.
• Good communication skills.
• Must hold a valid United States driver's license and pass a driving record check conducted by our insurance carrier unless otherwise noted.
• Must pass the MN Department of Human Services Background Study
• Prior experience or training is not required, but having experience as a CNA, PCA, Caregiver, DSP, or healthcare-related professional is preferred.  

Former Employee Review from Indeed:

• “Clients and individuals were amazing to work with. Upper management truly cares for their employees and clients who they serve. People who work here will leave feeling satisfied and happy! Loved working here!”

Gain practical experience that applies to the fields of Nursing, Sociology, Social Work, Psychology, Human Services, Education, Aging Studies, Cognitive Science, Communication Sciences and Disorders, Criminal Justice, Family Consumer Science, Health Communication, Management, Special Education, Law Enforcement, Pre-Pharmacy, Emergency Medical Services, and many others.

If you have any questions about the opportunities for Direct Support Professionals and joining our team please feel free to reach out via email: hr@harrymeyeringcenter.org or phone: (507)387-8281
Harry Meyering Center, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer
It is the policy of HMC to afford equal opportunity regardless of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, marital status, mental or physical disability, sexual orientation, status with regard to public assistance, or any other characteristic protected by law. This policy applies to all aspects of the application process and employment relationship including but not limited to hiring, promotion, transfer, demotion, termination, discipline, benefits, and other terms and conditions of employment.

Job Tags

Hourly pay, Holiday work, Full time, Part time, Flexible hours, Shift work, Weekend work, Sunday, Saturday,

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