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Direct Support Professional (Position Summary)

We are actively hiring for our DSP position for 1st, 2nd and 3rd shift.

A direct Support Professional or Personal Care Assistant works under the supervision of a Designated Coordinator and performs tasks that contribute to the client’s comfort and safety in the home. The DSP reports to the Designated Coordinator.
Qualifications
1. Be at least eighteen (18) years of age.
2. Demonstrate the ability to read, write, follow a written plan of care and document tasks performed.
3. Be self-directed and work with minimal supervision.
4. Demonstrate dependability, tact, patience, and the ability to follow instructions.
5. Possess good interpersonal communication skills.
6. Have experience in cooking, cleaning, laundry, and shopping.
Essential Functions/Areas of Accountability:
1. Function within the limitations of the individual assignment.
2. Attend to the client’s request promptly.
3. Provide companionship, socialization and housekeeping services.
4. Assist with meal planning, purchase of food and food preparation.
5. Assist client to live in a clean, safe environment:
Cleaning bathrooms and kitchen, including refrigerator and stove
Personal errands
Laundry
Vacuum and dusting
Scrubbing floors
Changing bed linens
6. Know and follow infection control policies including proper handwashing techniques.
7. Maintain appropriate communication with the Nursing Supervisor (written and verbal) and with all members of the interdisciplinary team.
8. Document cares given and pertinent observations accurately as directed by the Care Plan/Nursing Supervisor.
9. Treat clients and families with respect and maintains confidentiality.
10. Accept and fulfil assignments with the Agency and exercise judgment in accepting assignments.
11. Attend required in-service programs per Agency policy.
Schedule:
Ability to commute/relocate:
Minneapolis, MN 55404
Education:
High school or equivalent (Required)
Experience:
PCA: 1 year (Preferred)
License/Certification:
CPR Certification (Preferred)
Shift availability:
Day Shift (Preferred)
Work Location: One location