Description
Looking for a change of pace? Say goodbye to paying rent! We have an opening for a live in DSP that may be just the job you have been looking for.
This position requires you to sleep at our group home, Sunday night through Thursday night, 10p - 6am, in exchange for room and board, then work approximately 2 hours of DSP until 8am which is paid time. More hours could be available if interested.
Listed below are the details of the DSP portion of this position.
The DSP position exists to provide assistance and care to adults diagnosed with a Developmental Disability and/or Mental Illness that live in a residential group home setting, or live at home independently or in a foster family setting. This assistance and care is provided by acting as part of a team that will be implementing client goals, planning client centered activities, and teaching the clients new skills to meet their daily needs. The DSP will facilitate an environment that is safe, comfortable, and fun so that the clients can reach their full potential and enjoy as many opportunities as possible to learn and grow.
The DSP works together with the interdisciplinary team (IDT) to provide quality care, and to support life enrichment opportunities to persons with disabilities in an environment fostering growth and independence, while upholding and maintaining a viable, ethical, and moral business, and treating everyone with respect, compassion, and dignity.
It is expected that the DSP will work to facilitate an environment of teamwork between all employees while promoting PKT Enterprises’ philosophy of client-centered care and positive and fun interactions with the clients PKT serves.
Requirements
- A valid Driver's License
- Dependable Vehicle
- Good Driving Record
- Car insurance in Employee's Name
- At least 19 years old.
Summary
- Some Locations Offer Per Hour Pay Differentials
- ASL Fluent Employees Receive an Hourly Pay Bump
- Veterans Receive an Hourly Pay Bump
- Paid Time Off (Full-time) (accrual begins day 1)
- Holiday Pay
- Mileage Reimbursement
- Use of Company Vehicles (where available)
- Frequent Overtime Shifts Available
- Several Medical and Dental Insurance Plans to Choose From (Full-time) (offered after 90 days)
- IRA (matching)
- Employee Appreciation Giveaways
- Birthday Gifts (Ask us what "B'Linko" Means!)Employee Appreciation Giveaways
- Birthday Gifts (Ask us what "B'Linko" Means!)
- Footwear Benefit Program ($100+ per year)
- Health and Wellness (gym) Benefit Program
- Experience Fun Outings Around the Twin Cities
PKT Enterprises was established in 1994, and is committed to serving the needs of adults diagnosed with developmental disabilities. To learn more about our mission or to download our application for employment, please visit www.PKTEnterprises.com.