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Lead Direct Support Professional

Opportunity Partners
Minneapolis, MN
$17 an hour
Full-time

Job Summary

As a Lead Direct Support Professional in our group homes, you will support people with disabilities to successfully live in their homes and participate in their communities.

You will assist these individuals with increasing their independence and quality of life. You will work three 12-hour shifts during the week.

  • Schedules : Saturday, Sunday, & Monday from 8 : 00 AM to 8 : 00 PM
  • Wage : $17 per hour

How you will make a difference :

As part of our team, you will support people with disabilities in the following areas :

  • Participates in the individual planning process with each person served
  • Promote hobbies and recreational activities
  • Assist with meal planning, grocery & household needs shopping, cooking, household chores, and personal cares
  • Assist with personal shopping, banking, and budgeting for people served
  • Schedule and attend medical appointments & provide medication administration
  • Support & develop independent living skills
  • Provide education & opportunities to problem solve with regards to safety skills, social interactions, and self-advocacy
  • Manage and maintain staffing schedule to ensure people’s support needs are met
  • Collaborate with the program manager regarding staff training and coaching

What you will bring to Opportunity Partners

  • A desire to make a difference in the lives of people with disabilities
  • Work independently and within a team
  • High school diploma or GED
  • Must have reliable transportation and possess a valid driver’s license. You will receive reimbursement for mileage.
  • 30+ days ago
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