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Weekend Direct Support Professional (DSP)

True Friends -
Annandale, MN

Job Details

Part-time
$17.42 an hour

Benefits

Referral program
Retirement plan

Qualifications

High school diploma or GED

Full Job Description

Direct Support Professional (DSP) - Weekend

As a True Friends Weekend Direct Support Professional (DSP), you'll make a meaningful impact by supporting participants with personal care, health needs, and meal preparation. You'll also facilitate recreational and leisure activities, actively engaging and encouraging participants to build independence and enjoyable positive, empowering experiences. This rewarding role allows you to create lasting memories while making a real difference in the lives of those you support.

Schedule: Part-time, year-round, Friday evening through Sunday morning

Pay: $17.42

Location: Camp Friendship, Annandale, MN

True Friends Benefits:

Flexible scheduling options
Opportunities to gain and grow leadership skills
Support a healthy work-life balance
Free meals during summer months
Employee Referral Program
Scenic and inspiring work environment
Retirement Savings Plan with opportunity for 3% Employer Match
Fun, organization-wide Events
Cabin Rental Discounts
...and more!

How You'll Contribute:

Assist participants with activities of daily living, including personal cares, meals, and recreational/leisure activities
Lead activities as assigned by leadership
Reports any changes in participant condition promptly
Ensure participants' belongings are properly checked in and returned
Administer medication according to prescribed guidelines
Complete all required documentation accurately and timely
Maintain cleanliness and organization of areas used by participants and staff
Participate in training and professional development opportunities
Attend and actively participate in staff meetings
Transport participants to various locations as needed
Performs other duties as assigned

What You'll Bring to the Table:

Must be able to pass an organizational background check
Minimum age of 18 years or older
Previous experience working with individuals with disabilities preferred
High school diploma required; some college in a related field desirable
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Ability to safely handle physical aggression and challenging behaviors
Detail-oriented with strong emphasis on safety
Must be a team player and able to work independently
Physical demands
- Ability to see, hear, and communicate verbally
- Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
- Ability to walk, sit, stand, bend, reach, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, and move continually during working hours
- Ability to feel objects and use fingers to operate tools and controls

True Friends is a nonprofit organization providing life-changing experiences that enhance independence and self-esteem for children and adults with disabilities. True Friends' programs include camp, respite, retreats, team building, therapy and adaptive riding, and travel; serving over 25, 000 individuals annually.

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