Job Description
Company: Achieve Services
Location: Blaine, MN Make a Difference Every Day – Join Our Team as a Direct Support Professional!
Are you passionate about helping individuals with developmental disabilities reach their full potential? Do you have the heart and skills to create a positive and supportive environment where everyone can thrive? We’re looking for a
Direct Support Professional who is ready to make a lasting impact in the lives of adults with developmental disabilities, helping them gain independence, build meaningful skills, and engage in enriching daily activities.
Why Achieve Services?- Make a positive impact in the lives of others, surrounded by like-minded individuals supporting one another in that goal
- A thorough and engaging onboarding experience so you feel well-prepared for success
- Ongoing training to advance your professional knowledge
- Positive work/life balance, offering immediate PTO earnings
- Healthcare options that work for you, including an additional “no cost” home-visit service healthcare option just for being a plan participant
- Celebrations and engagement activities
- Bonus potential
What You’ll Do: As a Direct Support Professional, your role is to provide hands-on support and guidance that empowers participants to achieve their goals and enhance their independence. You’ll work closely with participants, the training team, and their families to create a vibrant, respectful, and safe learning environment.
- Support Participant Goals: Assist in implementing both formal and informal goals to help participants build skills and increase independence across a range of daily activities.
- Engage in Meaningful Activities: Facilitate engaging tasks and activities, ensuring participants are actively involved in functional and rewarding experiences throughout the day.
- Promote Independence: Help participants complete tasks in a way that encourages growth and greater self-sufficiency.
- Assist with Work Skills: Be knowledgeable about in-house jobs and support participants in completing tasks to a high standard.
- Maintain a Clean and Organized Environment: Ensure that all program areas and workstations are kept clean, safe, and orderly.
- Accurate Data Collection: Record essential program data on a daily basis to track progress and outcomes.
- Foster Positive Relationships: Communicate effectively with staff, participants, families, and case managers to ensure that everyone is informed and involved in the program’s success.
- Provide Assistance with Personal Care: Offer support to participants as needed with eating, mobility, and personal care tasks.
- Collaborative Teamwork: Work closely with staff, other agencies, and family members to provide seamless services and support.
- Safety First: Supervise participants throughout the day, ensuring their well-being and safety in all activities.
What We’re Looking For: We’re seeking a
compassionate, reliable, and collaborative individual who is excited about making a difference in the lives of adults with developmental disabilities. The ideal candidate will be:
- Team-Oriented: Able to work cooperatively with staff, participants, and families in a supportive and respectful environment.
- Dependable: Punctual and committed to working your scheduled shifts, and willing to follow through on tasks and requests.
- Creative Problem-Solver: Able to think on your feet and come up with creative solutions to challenges that may arise.
- Effective Communicator: Strong verbal and written communication skills, able to maintain clear and respectful communication with others.
- Empathetic and Supportive: Able to provide positive interactions, promote confidence, and encourage the growth of participants in all settings.
- Adaptable: Willing to work across a variety of tasks, including assisting with transportation (bus routes) and performing general program duties.
What You’ll Need: - Education: High school diploma or equivalent.
- Experience: Preferred—six months to one year of experience working with adults with developmental disabilities.
- Skills: A willingness to learn and engage in ongoing training to continuously improve your knowledge and abilities.
Training & Development: We believe in supporting our staff’s growth! As part of our team, you’ll receive:
- Comprehensive Orientation: A 30-hour orientation specific to your role, with ongoing yearly training to ensure you stay up to date with best practices and regulatory requirements.
- Ongoing Learning: Opportunities for continuous professional development and skills-building throughout your career with us.
Ready to Join Us? If you’re excited about the opportunity to empower individuals and be part of a dynamic team that makes a real difference, we want to hear from you! Apply today and start making an impact in the lives of the people you serve.
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Job Tags
Full time, Immediate start, Shift work,