DSP-2000 Hiring Bonus

Lutheran Social Service is seeking a full-time benefit eligible Direct Support Professional for our tech home in Shoreview. This beautiful home is nestled on a beautiful wooded lot off of Victoria and Nancy Drive. There are three individuals living in the home that enjoy community engagement in our supportive environment. Candidates must live within 15-minute radius of the property.

Pay :

$17 / hour

Upon completion of six months of consistent employment there is an opportunity to obtain a wage increase up to $17.50 / hour.

$2000 Hiring Bonus

Shifts :

• Day and evening shifts
• Full and part time hours available (Full time hours available for the Tech home in Shoreview)

As a Direct Support Professional (DSP) at LSS you will :

• Find purpose with our deep and meaningful work that has a person-centered approach to care.
• Provide guidance and encouragement while building purposeful relationships with your individuals.
• Advocate for your individuals in all aspects of their life including community engagement and support in essential living skills.
• Maintain documentation perform record keeping and participate in periodic meetings / training according to regulations and LSS standards.

What LSS offers you as a DSP :

• 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 persons served and employees first.
• An ALIVE Workplace that is Supportive Positive Healthy and Fun!

What you offer LSS as a DSP :

• The desire to help individuals with disabilities achieve their personal hopes and dreams through person centered care and support.
• No education requirements
• No previous experience required
• Basic computer skills
• Ability to read and write in English
• A valid drivers license acceptable driving record and the ability to pass a Motor Vehicle Check.
• The ability to successfully pass a DHS background check.

A career as a DSP is great for someone with experience as a Homemaker PCA Caregiver Resident Assistant or anyone with a passion to help others! A career as a DSP is also a great jumping off point for people looking to get into social work nursing healthcare human services psychology and the non-profit sector.

Lutheran Social Service of Minnesota is a dynamic social service organization serving children youth and families people with disabilities older adults and military veterans. Trustworthiness is a value and strength shared by our employees and recognized by the communities we serve. We offer an ALIVE Workplace (Supportive Positive and Fun) and careers that challenge energize and reward employees. Consider joining us!

• To be eligible for a hiring bonus you must meet the following requirements :
• 40% FTE or greater
• Remain up to date on all trainings
• Maintain employment in good standing
• Work all scheduled shifts

Key Skills

Arm,Python,Debugging,C / C++,5G,Signal Processing,Matlab,Fpga,Linux,Software Development,Assembly,4G / LTE

Employment Type : Full-Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1