Direct Support Professional -Clayton

APPLY NOW! North Metro Community Services

North Metro Community Services requires the COVID-19 vaccination for new employees and will consider requests for accommodations for medical/disability and religious-based reasons

A resume is required to be considered for this position.

Multiple Shift Hours Available:

Monday - Thursday 10pm to 9 am for Full-Time Employment

Mondays 10 pm to 9 am or 2 night per week 10 pm to 9 am for Part-Time Employment

Hiring Range: $17.70-20.10 depending on experience.Why North Metro Community Services?Emphasis on Work-Life Balance

- Our standard work-week is only Monday - Thursday! That gives you a three-day weekend every week.

- We offer Paid Time Off (PTO) and paid holidays to employees, which begin accruing immediately.

- You'd also get flexible holidays, including a paid day off for your birthday! Quality Benefits

- Enroll in our medical, dental, and vision plans with no monthly premiums for employee-only coverage

- Our robust 401k plan allows you to earn the company match of 4.5% by only contributing $1 or more per month.

- We offer an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) to all full-time employees for free to allow anyone access to counseling at no cost.

- Supplemental benefits, like tuition reimbursements, wellness incentives, and fitness reimbursements are just bonuses!

At NMCS, you have the opportunity for a rewarding career in which you can make a difference in the life of someone with an intellectual or developmental disability. A Brief Overview

Responsible for providing support to adults with intellectual or developmental disabilities by assisting with daily living activities in their residence and in the community. What would you do in this position?

Communicate clearly with others in a professional and respectful manner

Complete paperwork and maintain accurate records in department database according to department standards

Support with activities of daily living as needed including eating, toileting, bathing, dressing, mobility, transferring, and supervision

Administer medication accurately and complete required documentation

Transport people to a variety of locations safely

Assist with housekeeping, such as grocery shopping, cooking, laundry, and cleaning

Provide emotional and physical support as needed

Complete and pass required trainings

Assist people wither entering, seating, and exiting a vehicle

Assistance with scheduling, attending, and following up with medical appointments

Assist people with money management

Complete general light maintenance in the residential apartment or homeWhat education or experience would you need?

High School Diploma or equivalent preferred

Experience working with people with disabilities preferred

Valid Drivers License requiredWhat knowledge, skills, or abilities would you need?

Ability to communicate clearly in oral and written forms

Ability to learn and assist with the use of adaptive equipment (wheelchair, shower chair, Hoyer lift, etc.)

Ability to work as a team

Analytical thinking skills to solve routine problems using common sense

Basic organization and time management skills

Ability to use a computer and a tablet

Ability to drive a large passenger van

Ability to use basic medical equipment, such as a thermometer, glucometer, blood pressure monitor, etc.

Ability to use office equipment such as fax machine, scanner, copier, phone

Basic housekeeping skills

Basic knowledge of technology such as internet browsers, email, Microsoft Word, and database systems

Note: This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, or qualifications associated with the job. May perform other duties as assigned.

North Metro Community Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer.