Direct Care Worker with Hiring Bonus!

Do you have the desire to help people with disabilities achieve their personal hopes and dreams? Lutheran Social Service is hiring for multiple Direct Support positions across the Bemidji area! Apply today and one of our team members will reach out to discuss what role best aligns with your fantastic skills!

Direct Support Professional:

Pay:

• Standard DSP pays $16/hour. Upon completion of six months of consistent employment, there is an opportunity to obtain a wage increase up to $16.50/hour. 
• Asleep Overnight pays $13.73/hour. Upon completion of six months of consistent employment, there is an opportunity to obtain a wage increase up to $14.23/hour. 
• $2,500 Hiring Bonus!

Shifts:

• We are currently hiring for a variety of roles, both full-time and part-time. 

Qualifications:

• No education requirements.
• No previous experience required.
• A valid driver's license, acceptable driving record and the ability to pass a Motor Vehicle Check. Not required for overnight shifts!
• The ability to successfully pass a DHS background check.

In Home Direct Support Professional:

Pay:

• In Home DSP pays $17/hour. Upon completion of six months of consistent employment, there is an opportunity to obtain a wage increase up to $17.50/hour. 
• $2,000 Hiring Bonus!

Shifts:

• We are currently hiring for a variety of roles, both full-time and part-time. 

Qualifications:

• No education requirements.
• No previous experience required.
• A valid driver's license, acceptable driving record and the ability to pass a Motor Vehicle Check.
• The ability to successfully pass a DHS background check.

Positive Support Specialist:

Pay:

• Position pays $19/hour.
• $2,000 Hiring Bonus!

Shifts:

• We are currently hiring for a variety of roles, both full-time and part-time. 

Qualifications:

• One year of working with individuals with maladaptive behavioral history and knowledge of behavior management techniques preferred.
• One year of CRS, 245D, or SCS experience.
• A valid driver's license, acceptable driving record and the ability to pass a Motor Vehicle Check.
• The ability to successfully pass a DHS background check.

Employment Specialist:

Pay:

• Employment Specialist pays $17/hour.
• $2,000 Hiring Bonus!

Shifts:

• We are currently hiring for a variety of roles, both full-time and part-time. 

Qualifications:

• No education requirements.
• No previous experience required.
• A valid driver's license, acceptable driving record and the ability to pass a Motor Vehicle Check.
• The ability to successfully pass a DHS background check.

Designated Coordinator:

Pay:

• Position has an annual salary range of $45,500- $48,500, depending on location.
• $2,000 Hiring Bonus!

Shifts:

• We are currently hiring for a variety of roles, both full-time and part-time. 

Qualifications:

• A bachelor's degree in a field related to Human Services and one year of full-time work experience providing direct care services to persons with disabilities or persons age 65 and older; OR
• An associate's degree in a field related to Human Services and two years of full-time work experience providing direct care services to persons with disabilities or persons age 65 and older; OR
• A diploma in a field related to Human Services from an accredited postsecondary institution and three years of full-time work experience providing direct care services to persons with disabilities or persons age 65 and older; OR
• A minimum of 50 hours of education and training related to Human Services and disabilities and four years of full-time work experience providing direct care services to persons with disabilities or persons age 65 and older under the supervision of a staff person who meets the qualifications identified in clauses 1 to 3.
• A valid driver's license, acceptable driving record and the ability to pass a Motor Vehicle Check.
• The ability to successfully pass a DHS background check.

What LSS offers their Employees:

• All employees have access to childcare assistance, discounts on events and services, an employee assistance program, financial counselling, a wellness program, and UKG Wallet which allows you to access your payroll dollars before payday!
• Employees working 30 hours a week have access to medical, dental, life, vision, 403(b) plan with a match, and other ancillary plans.
• Generous PTO plan that includes paid holidays and float days.
• Paid training during your orientation and throughout your employment.
• Opportunities to grow your career at LSS within our 24 different services.
• A diverse workplace with an outstanding reputation for putting the people served and employees first.
• An ALIVE Workplace that is Supportive, Positive, Healthy and Fun!

Lutheran Social Service of MN is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer of all people regardless of gender, race, culture, religion, ethnicity, protected veteran status and/or disability.   We actively foster an environment that is free of racism, discrimination, bias, and harassment where all individuals are treated with dignity, safety, and respect.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $13.73 - $23.32 per hour

Benefits:

• 403(b)
• 403(b) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Mileage reimbursement
• Paid orientation
• Paid time off
• Paid training
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Shift:

• Day shift
• Evening shift
• Morning shift
• Night shift
• Overnight shift

Work Days:

• Monday to Friday
• Rotating weekends
• Weekends as needed
• Weekends only

Application Question(s):

• Please let us know what positions you are interested in:
• Please let us know your work availability:

Work Location: In person

Salary : $45,500 - $48,500