Direct Support Professional

Kendall Family Services LLC. (KFS) is looking for creative, compassionate, critical thinkers who are looking to make a difference in the lives of others. Someone who is up for a challenge, able to offer a smile and, to support our clients as they navigate through day-to-day living. The Direct Care Staff provides bundled services that include four community living areas: Community Participation, Health Safety and Wellness, Household Management, and Adaptive Skills to support the disabled and senior populations within our community. This role is designed to travel throughout the community working with an array of clients in their own homes.

Qualifications:

• Minimum high school diploma with 1 years of experience as a direct support professional in homes and the community setting
• Preferred associate's degree in the human service field
• Valid driver’s license and car insurance required
• Willing to travel and occasionally drive 30-40 minutes between clients
• Reliable vehicle (travel is required, amount varies on client needs and job requirements)
• Ability to pass a DHS Criminal Background check (Fingerprinting required)
• Self-motivator and flexible
• Familiarity with 245 D licensing and services

Responsibilities:

• Build rapport with clients and meet with them as regularly scheduled in their homes.
• Create plans for visits with your clients to help them meet their goals but still find and maintain a quality of life.
• Follow and understand client’s plan of care.
• Participate in team meetings for client’s you work with.
• Assist client in advocating for themselves and their needs.
• Critical thinking and being able to use resources to help client navigate paperwork, meetings and any situations that may arise.
• Consulting with supervisor as needed on goals, services, and supports.
• Communicating with supervisor and responsible parties of any changes and concerns with client in a professional manner.
• Transporting client as needed in the community for medical appointments and activities.
• Maintaining training requirements as outlined by KFS for position.

Necessary Skills to be successful in this position:

• Strong verbal and written communication skills and able to case note effectively and capture visits accurately
• Able to problem solve on the go with clients
• Able to demonstrate knowledge of 245D
• Maintains training requirements as required for the position
• Able to work independently
• Able to lift a minimum of 25 lbs.
• Able to work with an array of clients
• Ability to work flexible times, including weekends or evenings required by the company
• Is dependable and punctual and can maintain a good attendance record.
• Be willing to travel up to 30-40 miles between client visits

Locations: Anoka, Washington, Chisago, Kanabec, and Isanti Counties

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $17.00 - $18.00 per hour

Expected hours: 15 – 30 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Mileage reimbursement
• Paid orientation
• Paid sick time
• Paid time off
• Paid training
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program
• Retirement plan

Schedule:

• 4 hour shift
• Day shift
• Evening shift
• Monday to Friday
• Morning shift
• No weekends
• Overtime

Application Question(s):

• Do you have reliable transportation?
• Are you willing to work evenings?

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

Experience:

• Caregiving: 1 year (Required)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Required)

Shift availability:

• Day Shift (Preferred)
• Night Shift (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

• North Branch, MN 55056 (Preferred)

Willingness to travel:

• 75% (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $17 - $18