Community Support Specialist

Flexible shifts available! Call (218) 447-7162 to learn more.

Base starting pay:

$17.50/hour- Standard base rate Eligible employees receive a starting bonus!•New employee starting bonuses to be paid after 90 days of employment: Full-time positions: $250.00 Part-time positions: $125.00 Overview The Community Support Specialist/Direct Support Professional works 1:1 with semi-independent individuals with disabilities in their homes and local communities across the Minnesota Iron Range and surrounding communities. The position will support independent living and daily task management through , promoting community involvement and facilitating leisure activities. This position offers a high level of independent working, decision making and flexible schedule management based on client needs. •Drivers license and personal vehicle is required, must meet the driving requirements and criteria acceptable to NHS Northstar's insurance carrier (paid mileage reimbursement available). Multiple locations in the following communities: Grand Rapids Bovey Keewatin Hibbing Chisholm Mt. Iron Virginia Eveleth Gilbert Biwabik Aurora Embarrass Available time types : Part-Time Full-Time Available shifts options: Mornings Days Afternoons Weekend options Qualifications Experience/Education/Training High School Diploma or GED is preferred Regulatory Requirements/Licensure Valid Driver's License Department of Human Services Background Check Must meet the driving requirements and criteria acceptable to NHS Northstar's insurance carrier NHS Northstar is proud to offer the ultimate employee benefit: Company Ownership . When you join our team, you share company ownership with all of the other employee owners of NHS Northstar through our Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP).

Job Type:

Part-time Pay:

$17.50 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Employee assistance program Employee discount Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Mileage reimbursement Paid time off Referral program Retirement plan Tuition reimbursement Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person