Direct Support Professional (DSP) Bemidji
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YOU are the key to building meaningful relationships with the clients of Cardinal of Minnesota - unlock your future today!

NEW wage scales starting at $18-$19/hour for all awake hours and potential of up to $1,000 Retention Bonus for select sites! Please note all DSP positions require an e/o weekend rotation.

Become an Agent of Change! Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) support individuals with disabilities live an independent and inclusive life and committed professionals are needed! Cardinal offers flexibility - Full-time, part-time, or every other weekend - perfect for students or individuals seeking additional income. We also have an In-home department that has flexibility of hours during the week and offers opportunities to have weekends off. We find creative, flexible work schedules that meet YOUR unique and individual needs!

The Direct Support Professional's (DSP) role is to ensure that the daily needs of each client are met through teaching, counseling, advising, and providing a positive role model in a manner which enables the greatest degree of independence possible in their activities of daily living. Make a difference with a career that is more than just a job!

Compliments of the Nest:

• Competitive starting wages
• Paid vacation and sick time
• Medical, dental, vision, LTD, accident and company paid short term disability and life insurance for full time employees
• Wellness Reimbursement Program
• 22% Verizon Discount
• 401(k) with up to an 8% company match
• Clear career path with our Career Development plans which leads to greater opportunities for advancement
• Company outings and events
• FUN and rewarding work environment!

Qualifications:

• A sense of humor and having fun is a MUST!
• Passionate about your work and motivated to make a difference
• 18 years of age or older and ability to pass a MN Criminal Background Screen; valid Driver's License and acceptable motor vehicle record
• Ability to follow a recipe and cook homestyle meals
• Provide personal cares for all clients which may include assistance with oral care, toileting, bathing, and feeding
• Be able to walk, squat, stoop/bend, kneel, climb stairs, be able to lift at least 50 pounds, push and pull against potential resistance
• Due to the safety and regulatory requirements, and the need to communicate and supervise our clients, an applicant must have adequate vision, reading, writing, and documentation skills and comprehension of the English language and possess adequate computer skills; ability to perform the essential functions of the role
• Must demonstrate commitment to the mission and core values of COM and have the ability to actively participate in a team approach atmosphere

In keeping with our mission to provide a safe, happy, healthy living environment for our clients, Cardinal of Minnesota, Ltd. provides residential and support services for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Cardinal was founded in 1995 and operates 44 residential homes in Minnesota, serving 250 clients and is comprised of a workforce of approximately 425 employees. Cardinal operates in the following communities: Rochester, Winona, Austin, Red Wing, Spring Valley, Harmony, Chatfield, La Crescent, Mantorville, and Bemidji.

Cardinal of Minnesota is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. All employment decisions are based on job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion or belief, or any other protected status. All applicants over the age of 18 are encouraged to apply.