Direct Support Professional/ Program Lead, Programming Support

DSP (Direct Support Professional) Care giver
Job Description

Overview: Pine Branch, LLC is hiring Direct Care Staff to oversee the day to day operations of our Pine Branch Home in Wyoming, MN which serves individuals with disabilities and mental illness.
The role of the Direct Support Professional is to help individuals live in their own home, identify and achieve goals, and improve the quality of their lives. The Direct Support Professional is responsible for providing personal care and designated health-related services designed to maintain the client’s physical and emotional well-being for those clients who live at Pine Branch.

We offer Flexibility in scheduling. Excellent Competitive pay rates.
DSP Pay rate: $16.00- $25.00/Hour.

Job Roles/Responsibilities:

Administer medications and give reminders to clients as required according to the Medication Administration Record (MAR) and as delegated by the RN.
Follow policy for administering medications PRN standing orders.
Follow policy and procedure for narcotic administration and documentation.
Follow policy and procedure for medication administration when a resident is leaving the building.
Follows policy and procedures when receiving new or changed medication orders.
Alert RN of need for Reorder medications and supplies weekly, or as needed.
Understand standard precautions used for infection control and adhere to them.
Other medication administration duties as assigned by RN.
Assist clients with activities of daily living as indicated on their individual service agreement (including, but not limited to dressing, showering, grooming, toilet assistance and escorting).
Assist clients with daily room order and light housekeeping.
Assist clients with personal laundry duties, which may include ironing.
Maintain a clean and healthy environment.
Promote independence. Offering choices and fostering self-help skills.
Document any changes in clients’ condition in the client chart and communication log. Report these changes to the Residential Supervisor or RN.
Completes incident reports according to policy.
Understands procedures regarding home care tasks and charting procedures when performing these tasks.
Recognizing abnormal signs and symptoms, or changes in clients’ condition.
Documenting duties completed with clients on the service delivery record during each shift.
Filing papers in clients’ charts as directed by manager.
Signing Medication Administration Records (MAR’s) monthly.
Reviewing and signing all new clients plan of care/ weekly service record and changes in current clients’ plan of care.
Reading the communication book and checking employee mailbox before the start of each shift.
Checking outgoing US mailbox, collecting US mail delivered and distributing US mail and in-house mail to the clients.
Other documentation as assigned and/ or needed.
Understand and adhere to the Vulnerable Adult and abuse policy, Bill of Rights and HIPPA.
Works to assure facility is in compliance with federal, state and local standards and regulations.
Complete mandatory online annual trainings modules -assigned and due monthly. And training as directed by RN.
Be up to date with completing Mantoux tests and chest x-rays if needed.
Encourage, gather and/ or escort clients to participate in scheduled activity programs.
Lead activity programs as assigned.
Socialize with clients and incorporate new ideas and client suggestions into programming.
Develop and maintain a positive working relationship with RN, supervisor, and other house staff
Provide backup to other staff as needed to ensure staffing needs are met.
Communicate information regarding clients care needs and changes to the team.
Provide proactive and constructive participation in staff meetings.
Be compassionate and work with tact and ethical awareness.
Be flexible and adaptable to changing situations.
Responds appropriately to safety hazards, fire, weather or emergency situations.
Follow through promptly on requested duties.
Assisted kitchen staff at meal times with set up, serving and clean up.
Assist in providing on-the-job training for new staff.
Must be mature and emotionally stable using a calm and kind tone of voice.
The ability to remain calm in difficult or unusual circumstances.
Support the mission and values of Pine Branch LLC.

Required Skills and Experience: (Minimum requirements in terms of educational background, work experience, licenses/certifications or other knowledge, skills, and abilities.)

High school diploma/ GED required
Must have a valid driver’s license.
Ability to pass a background check with the Department of Health and Human Services
Reliable transportation to and from work
Compassionate about the care and well-being of others
Prioritize and organize work effectively and efficiently.
Possess skills to communicate effectively. Must be willing to ask for help when needed. Be punctual with a good attendance record.
Must demonstrate good interpersonal skills.

Must be a team player and willing to support our cause and team.

Preferred Additional Skills and Experience:
Direct Care experience is helpful, but not required. Registered Nurse on site will provide training and training opportunities.

Pine Branch LLC of Wyoming, Minnesota is licensed by the Department of Human Services provides independent residential living for adults with physical disabilities and mental illness. The mission of Pine Branch is to provide a safe, secure environment and a supportive atmosphere for adults to become productive participants in society despite the challenges of physical or mental illness or disabilities. Our role is to structure a resident’s individual environment to give a resident the best chance at success at home and in the community.

Our attractive setting provides a low-stress environment that nurtures personal growth with respect and dignity with easy access to metropolitan and rural areas of Minnesota. The program is individualized for each resident and enhances quality of life in a less restrictive environment, while nurturing independence, dignity, and personal life choices and peace of mind for families. We aspire to achieve this through modeling, assisting, coaching, and supporting each in the social and interpersonal areas of their lives.

Pine Branch is truly a place to call home.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $16.00 - $25.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 10 hour shift
• 12 hour shift
• 8 hour shift
• Holidays
• Night shift
• Overtime
• Weekend availability

Supplemental Pay:

• Bonus pay

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Wyoming, MN 55092: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Preferred)

Application Question(s):

• Ability to arrive to your job on time.

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Experience:

• Caregiving: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Preferred)
• CNA (Preferred)

Shift availability:

• Night Shift (Preferred)
• Overnight Shift (Preferred)
• Day Shift (Preferred)

Work Location: One location