Our Mission: To Make Independence a Gift for All
Anne Carlsen Center (Anne Carlsen) is a non-profit organization which has been providing supports and services for 80 years to individuals in North Dakota with developmental disability or delay. Rich in tradition, Anne Carlsen has positioned itself on the cutting edge of innovation with unique programs, creative therapies and advanced assistive technologies that meet the specific needs of those we serve.
Be a part of an organization whose mission is to make independence a gift to those in your community!
Location: Fargo, ND
Shift: Every other weekend Saturday and Sunday 8am-8pm
Job Schedule: Part Time
Weekly Hours: up to 20
JOB SUMMARY
The Direct Support Professional (DSP) position is to perform supervised tasks related to
delivery of health and personal cares, therapeutic, behavioral, recreational, and leisure activities for the adults in Taylor Made Living (TML), contributing to the overall Individual Service Plan (ISP), positive behavior support (PBS) plan, and individual specific plans.
QUALIFICATIONS (minimum requirements)
Education and/or years’ experience required:
• High School diploma or equivalent
Preferred/Required Skills and Abilities:
• Prefer minimum one-year experience in the area of Developmental Disabilities
• Ability to learn and comprehend terminology related to the position. Ability to communicate verbally and in writing; able to follow verbal and written instructions, and problem solve effectively with individuals, staff, and family members.
• Ability to demonstrate effective interpersonal skills, having integrity, being tactful, courteous, and sensitive with internal and external contacts. Must be able to adapt to rapid change, and must be able to intervene promptly in crisis/emergency situations.
• Equipment used: Understand and have a basic working knowledge of a computer or be willing to learn, as well as communication devices and other assistive technology.
Supervision of others/decision making aptitude (if applicable): This position does not have supervisory responsibilities.
Benefits: Anne Carlsen offers competitive pay and benefits, employee discounts, paid time off (PTO), and great advancement opportunities!
Here are a few examples:
- Health, Dental & Vision Insurance
- Employer Paid Life & Disability
- 401(k) & Profit-Sharing Plan
- Assurity Voluntary Benefits
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Employee Assistance Program
- Special Employee Events
- Great working environment and ability to strengthen your community!
Employment with the Anne Carlsen Center is contingent upon passing our mandatory drug test, background checks, I-9 document verification, and compliance to our mandatory flu and covid vaccination policies. Anne Carlsen is a drug-free, tobacco-free work environment.
Anne Carlsen is an equal opportunity employer and complies fully with all federal, state, and local employment laws and will provide equal employment and advancement opportunities for all persons regardless of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, the presence of any mental or physical disability, status with regard to public assistance or marriage, or any other category protected by federal, state or local law.