Direct Support Professional at Opportunity Services in Rochester, Minnesota

Job Description:

Together, Making a Difference
Are you passionate about helping others and making a difference in the lives of individuals with disabilities? You could be the perfect candidate to be a Direct Support Professional in our Community Living Program (CLP) with Opportunity Services! Make a difference in someone's life by supporting them in community services.

CLP team members spend their days implementing community-based recreational activities/outings, and providing supports to meet our consumers' physical, emotional, and interpersonal needs. Our culture at OS is defined by our teamwork of helping, listening to and supporting one throughout the organization. We are looking for new team members who want to Make a Difference and care about the people they serve and work with!
No Nights or Weekends!

Hours and Benefits of the DSP:
The minimum pay rate for this position is $18.00/hour. Education and experience are also considered when extending offers.Monday Friday: Approx. 7:00 am to 3:30 pm - No Nights or Weekends required!Full Time Position Benefits also include:
Medical - 100% of employee premiums paid by employer. Family coverage is also available.Dental, Vision, & Disability Insurance9 Paid HolidaysPaid Time OffTuition Reimbursement & Student Loan Assistance (we pay $500 towards your student loans every 6 months!)Retirement Savings BonusEmployer Contribution to a Dependent Care FSAOpportunities for Advancement

Responsibilities of the DSP:
Provide supervision to clients in recreational activities, meal times and other various activities in a day program setting and out in the community.Provide quality assistance with all personal cares..Provide and assist clients with medication.Provide and assist with hooking up wheelchairs and using lift vehicles.Community Integration/engagement: staff are responsible for the interaction of the work team with the work community and population at large.The use of behavior modification principles: Assist in interaction through positive reinforcement, positive programming, engagement and the use of alternative communication strategies.Complete administrative tasks in a timely manner.Attend all required and requested staff meetings and training.Assist in the transportation of client using OS vehicles and follow agency Transportation policies.