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Direct Support Professional (DSP)
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Howry Residential Services
Fridley, MN (In Person)
$35,360 Salary, Full-Time
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Job Description
About us Howry Residential Services provides living options that lend support to people of all ages and developmental and intellectual disabilities. We work to maximize quality of life through the fostering of self-determination, the development of independent living skills, and socially responsible behavior. Why is a Direct Support Professional important? A Direct Support Professional is someone who works to improve, enrich, and respect the lives of individuals with developmental, physical, and mental disabilities. This individual plays an important role in maintaining an individual's daily health and wellness.
Job Summary:
The Direct Support Professional (DSP) first and foremost ensures that all supervision requirements are met for their clients, in accordance with each person's support plan. They assist clients with their daily routines, implement individual program plans, document client progress, and respond to meet service needs while ensuring the safety and well-being of the clients. The successful candidate will be able to develop and maintain professionally appropriate therapeutic relationships with each client and the client's family and maintain positive working relations with staff and other related persons to ensure services are delivered in a smooth and effective manner. Must be willing to cook, do moderate housekeeping, drive clients to various locations, document activities, follow support plans, and implement therapeutic interventions as required.Minimum Qualifications:
A positive attitude and willingness to learn Compassion and a desire to help others 18 years of age or older Ability to pass a background check Valid US driver's license (for 1 year or more) Basic computer skills Ability to read, write, and speak the English languagePay Frequency:
Biweekly This Job Is Ideal forSomeone Who Is:
Dependable- more reliable than spontaneous People-oriented
- enjoys interacting with people and working on group projects Adaptable/flexible
- enjoys doing work that requires frequent shifts in direction