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Job Type: Full Time (35 - 40 hours per week)
Pay: Starting at $18.05 (DOE); in addition to base pay, evening and weekend shift premiums apply to qualifying hours
Schedule: Monday through Friday - 3 pm to 10 pmRewarding Work with Remarkable People - Paid TrainingThe Vocational Training Center (VTC) of Fargo, ND is now searching for candidates to join our Residential Support team as Direct Support Professionals (DSP).DSPs in this program are responsible for providing active support in the individual's home and in the community. Areas of support will include health maintenance, medication administration, personal cares, behavior management and life skills development.Responsibilities of this position will include:
Pick up from Day Program at 4 pm (various locations)
Meal preparation
Attending various community activities with individuals
Providing active support to individuals throughout shift
Assisting individuals with personal care responsibilities, administering medications and providing transportation based on individual needs
Supervising, teaching independent skills, and providing guidance to adults with disabilities and mental illness in a variety of home, community, and social settings
Assisting/Teaching individuals daily living skills such as household chores, laundry, cleaning, and washing dishes, as appropriate and according to their plan
Documenting individual information as required by the Person-Centered Service Plan
Maintaining flexibility and composure while working alone or in a team environment
Completing the competency-based modules as dictated by the North Dakota Department of Human Service, Developmental Disabilities Division
Other duties not listed above may be assigned.Required:
Must be at least 18 years old
Current driver's license
Preferred:
Previous experience working with individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities
EEO, including disability/vets
