Part-Time Direct Support Professional - Mankato Area
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Harry Meyering Center
Mankato, MN, US
Summary
Provide individualized direct care and personal assistance to people with developmental and intellectual disabilities. Support clients in their homes and community through activities, household chores, and adherence to health and safety policies.
Job Description
Part-Time Direct Support Professional (DSP)
Harry Meyering Center supports people with developmental and intellectual disabilities in their homes and community.
Job Purpose:
As a Part-Time Direct Support Professional, you help people live fuller, more independent lives. You’ll provide support at home and in the community while building meaningful relationships and gaining valuable career experience. This role offers the opportunity to make a positive impact while working a flexible part-time schedule.
Wage:
- $18.00 per hour for part-time employees.
Perks: Paid Training - Competitive Benefits - Overtime Pay - Flexible Scheduling
Schedule:
Work anywhere from 8 to 29 hours a week! Includes working at least every other Saturday and Sunday. Plus, fill-in and holidays. Shifts may include 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM, 3:00 PM to 10:00 PM, or other short shifts, including 12:00 PM to 4:00 PM or 4:00 PM to 8:00 PM.
Location: Multiple locations in North Mankato, Mankato, and Eagle Lake.
Qualifications:
- Must be at least 18 years of age and have a high school diploma or general education degree.
- Willingness to learn.
- Ability to perform tasks with attention to detail and accuracy.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work well in a team environment and independently.
- Good communication skills.
- Must hold a valid United States driver's license and pass a driving record check conducted by our insurance carrier unless otherwise noted.
- Must pass the MN Department of Human Services Background Study
- Prior experience or training is not required, but having experience as a CNA, PCA, Caregiver, DSP, or healthcare-related professional is preferred.
What You'll Do:
- Provide direct care for others in an individualized and meaningful way.
- Assist in personal cares.
- Engage in community activities, i.e., bowling, shopping, watching a movie or exercising.
- Complete daily direct care such as bathing, toileting, feeding, and dressing.
- Complete household chores such as cooking, cleaning, and laundry.
- Maintain HIPAA Compliance in all communications to HMC, whether written or verbal, external and internal.
- Follow all health and safety policies and procedures.
- Other duties as assigned.
If you have any questions about the opportunities for Direct Support Professionals and joining our team please feel free to reach out via email: [email protected] or phone: (507)387-8281
Harry Meyering Center, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer
It is the policy of HMC to afford equal opportunity regardless of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, marital status, mental or physical disability, sexual orientation, status with regard to public assistance, or any other characteristic protected by law. This policy applies to all aspects of the application process and employment relationship including but not limited to hiring, promotion, transfer, demotion, termination, discipline, benefits, and other terms and conditions of employment
Harry Meyering Center, Inc. is a residential provider for adults with physical and developmental disabilities.
Harry Meyering Center, Inc. opened in 1973 as a home for 44 individuals with developmental disabilities, which was made possible by the efforts of the local ARC and the parents of those 44 individuals.
We have since grown to serve 150 people in three programs, which include the Intermediate Care Facility (ICF), the Supportive Living Service (SLS), and Semi-Independent Living Services (SILS/SLS In-home).
HMC strives to provide the people we serve and their families with services that encourage dreams, focus on independence, foster community connections, help people cope with life-changing events and offer special attention to safety, health needs and security.
Mission Statement:
“It is the mission of the Harry Meyering Center, Inc. to support and facilitate meaningful lifestyles for the people we serve.”
Vision Statement:
“To be the leader in creatively designed community supports for people with physical and mental challenges.”
Founded
1973
Company size
201-500 employees
Industry
Health, Wellness & Fitness
Org type
Nonprofit
Headquarters
Mankato, Minnesota
Harry Meyering Center, Inc. is a residential provider for adults with physical and developmental disabilities.
Harry Meyering Center, Inc. opened in 1973 as a home for 44 individuals with developmental disabilities, which was made possible by the efforts of the local ARC and the parents of those 44 individuals.
We have since grown to serve 150 people in three programs, which include the Intermediate Care Facility (ICF), the Supportive Living Service (SLS), and Semi-Independent Living Services (SILS/SLS In-home).
HMC strives to provide the people we serve and their families with services that encourage dreams, focus on independence, foster community connections, help people cope with life-changing events and offer special attention to safety, health needs and security.
Mission Statement:
“It is the mission of the Harry Meyering Center, Inc. to support and facilitate meaningful lifestyles for the people we serve.”
Vision Statement:
“To be the leader in creatively designed community supports for people with physical and mental challenges.”
Founded
1973
Company size
201-500 employees
Industry
Health, Wellness & Fitness
Org type
Nonprofit
Headquarters
Mankato, Minnesota