Direct Support Professional DSP

Healing Residences Inc

Direct Support Professional DSP

Minneapolis, MN
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    Direct Support professional

    POSITION SUMMARY:

    Provides personal care services under the direction of the Registered Nurse or Therapist. The Home Health Aide is assigned to specific clients by the Registered Nurse or other appropriate professional and performs services for clients as necessary to maintain their personal comfort.

    Reports to: Client Services Director/Nursing Supervisor

    QUALIFICATIONS:

    Positive support Training

    Physicality to implement Positive Support

    Successful completion of a formal certification training program/written skills test and competency evaluation.

    Be at least eighteen (18) years of age.

    Minimum of six (6) months work experience in a supervised setting, preferably a health care facility.

    Demonstrated ability to read, write and follow a written Plan of Care.

    Good interpersonal skills.

    Current valid driver's license, good driving record and reliable transportation.

    ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS/AREAS OF ACCOUNTABILITY:

    Performs simple procedures as an extension of therapy services under the direction and supervision of the therapist:

    Range of motion exercises

    Assistance in ambulation or exercises

    Positive Behavior Supports.

    CPR Certificate required

    Knowledge and experience of behavior management techniques.

    Patience, self-control, self-directed, flexibility, attention to detail, ability to comply with support plan consistently

    Driver’s license required.

    Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

    Pay: $15.00 per hour