Awake Overnight Direct Support Professional - $700 Bonus

Genesis; Hermantown (MN); On-site; USD 33,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO

Paid holidays

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Paid training

Job summary

Synova Group in Hermantown, MN, is seeking an Awake Overnight Direct Support Professional (DSP) to provide critical care in a crisis group home setting. You will support individuals with developmental disabilities, mental health needs, and physical disabilities, while ensuring safety and encouraging independence.

The role offers a $700 retention bonus, paid in two installments after 90 and 120 days, and requires compassionate, dependable staff who can sleep during stable periods but wake when

Qualifications

• Be at least 18 years of age.
• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Experience working with individuals with disabilities preferred.
• Valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, and maintain a clean driving record.
• Access to an insured vehicle.
• Successfully pass a DHS background study.
• Basic computer skills for documentation and communication.

Responsibilities

• Build meaningful relationships and support individuals in developing friendships and community connections.
• Assist with daily routines such as cooking, household tasks, personal care, hygiene, social activities, and leisure activities.
• Support individuals with health and safety needs, money management, and behavior support strategies.
• Administer medications according to training and company procedures.
• Provide transportation to appointments, activities, and community outings.
• Document services, activities, and important events using an online documentation system.
• Encourage independence while providing the level of support each individual needs.

Skills

Compassionate

Dependable

Positive attitude

People skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Basic computer skills

Job description

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Awake Overnight Direct Support Professional - $700 Bonus

Hermantown, MN, US

A $700 retention bonus is offered, payable in two installments: the first after 90 days of employment, and the remaining balance at 120 days.

This is a crisis group home which is a short‑term, highly supportive residential setting designed for children, teens, or adults who are experiencing an emotional, behavioral, or other crisis. The goal is stabilization — not long‑term placement — so the person can return home or move to a more appropriate setting once the individual has stabilized and a plan is in place. The individuals we support in this setting are often highly behavioral, may be violent at times, display verbal aggression, and may elope. It is imperative that employees following our training, policies, and care plans to support individuals with these unique needs.

Make a Difference Every Day

As a Direct Support Professional (DSP), you have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the lives of individuals with developmental disabilities, mental health needs, and physical disabilities. DSPs provide the support, encouragement, and guidance individuals need to live fulfilling lives, build independence, and participate in their communities.

This is more than just a job — it is a chance to build relationships, create positive experiences, and know that the work you do matters every single day.

What Does a Direct Support Professional Do?

DSPs support individuals in their homes and communities by helping them reach personal goals, maintain independence, and experience life to the fullest. Responsibilities may include:

• Building meaningful relationships and supporting individuals in developing friendships and community connections.
• Assisting with daily routines such as cooking, household tasks, personal care, hygiene, social activities, and leisure activities.
• Supporting individuals with health and safety needs, money management, and behavior support strategies.
• Administering medications according to training and company procedures.
• Providing transportation to appointments, activities, and community outings.
• Documenting services, activities, and important events using an online documentation system.
• Encouraging independence while providing the level of support each individual needs.

Who Makes a Great DSP?

The best DSPs are compassionate, dependable, and ready to make a difference. A successful candidate:

• Has a genuine passion for helping others.
• Builds trust and meaningful relationships with the individuals they support.
• Takes ownership and approaches challenges with a positive attitude.

Asleep Overnight DSP Expectations

The Asleep Overnight DSP staff are expected to sleep when the individual is stable and does not require support. However, staff must remain responsible for the individual's safety and be prepared to wake when prompted to and provide assistance when needed.

Candidates should be comfortable with the possibility of interrupted sleep and understand that they remain responsible for the individual's health and safety throughout the entire shift.

Why Become a DSP?

Being a DSP is a rewarding career where no two days are exactly the same. You will have the opportunity to:

• Get to know amazing individuals and build lasting relationships.
• Participate in community activities, outings, and new experiences.
• Help individuals learn new skills and achieve personal goals.

Qualifications

Applicants must:

• Be at least 18 years of age.
• Have a high school diploma or GED preferred.
• Have experience working with individuals with disabilities preferred.
• Possess a valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, and maintain a clean driving record.
• Have access to an insured vehicle.
• Successfully pass a DHS background study.
• Have basic computer skills for documentation and communication.

DSPs support individuals in their homes and communities by helping them reach personal goals, maintain independence, and experience life to the fullest. DSPs may:

• Travel regularly within the community.
• Support individuals both indoors and outdoors.
• Assist with physical activities such as walking, bending, reaching, lifting, and moving throughout the workday.

• Work in environments where individuals may experience emotional distress, behavioral challenges, or crisis situations.
• Be exposed to bodily fluids, odors, dust, infectious diseases, and other workplace conditions common in human services.

Successful DSPs are comfortable problem-solving, staying calm under pressure, and supporting individuals through both successes and challenges. If you are looking for meaningful work where you can positively impact someone’s life, we encourage you to apply.

Synova Group offers a competitive salary and a full list of benefits, including PTO, paid holidays, health, dental, life insurance, and disability insurance. Paid training is conducted in our Brooklyn Park office and is led by Synova Group employees.

You will work in an environment that makes you feel proud of what you do and work with others who have a strong desire to support individuals with disabilities. Synova Group focuses on person-centered planning to provide the best care to our individuals.

Synova Group provides many growth opportunities for those looking to advance your career and places value on internal promotion!

This position reports to the House Supervisor. The position is classified as non-exempt.

Synova Group is an Equal Opportunity and E-Verify Employer.

A $700 retention bonus is offered, payable in two installments: the first after 90 days of employment, and the remaining balance at 120 days.

This is a crisis group home which is a short‑term, highly supportive residential setting designed for children, teens, or adults who are experiencing an emotional, behavioral, or other crisis. The goal is stabilization — not long‑term placement — so the person can return home or move to a more appropriate setting once the individual has stabilized and a plan is in place. The individuals we support in this setting are often highly behavioral, may be violent at times, display verbal aggression, and may elope. It is imperative that employees following our training, policies, and care plans to support individuals with these unique needs.

Make a Difference Every Day

As a Direct Support Professional (DSP), you have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the lives of individuals with developmental disabilities, mental health needs, and physical disabilities. DSPs provide the support, encouragement, and guidance individuals need to live fulfilling lives, build independence, and participate in their communities.

This is more than just a job — it is a chance to build relationships, create positive experiences, and know that the work you do matters every single day.

What Does a Direct Support Professional Do?

DSPs support individuals in their homes and communities by helping them reach personal goals, maintain independence, and experience life to the fullest. Responsibilities may include:

• Building meaningful relationships and supporting individuals in developing friendships and community connections.
• Assisting with daily routines such as cooking, household tasks, personal care, hygiene, social activities, and leisure activities.
• Supporting individuals with health and safety needs, money management, and behavior support strategies.
• Administering medications according to training and company procedures.
• Providing transportation to appointments, activities, and community outings.
• Documenting services, activities, and important events using an online documentation system.
• Encouraging independence while providing the level of support each individual needs.

Who Makes a Great DSP?

The best DSPs are compassionate, dependable, and ready to make a difference. A successful candidate:

• Has a genuine passion for helping others.
• Builds trust and meaningful relationships with the individuals they support.
• Takes ownership and approaches challenges with a positive attitude.

  Asleep Overnight DSP Expectations

  The Asleep Overnight DSP staff are expected to sleep when the individual is stable and does not require support. However, staff must remain responsible for the individual's safety and be prepared to wake when prompted to and provide assistance when needed.

  Candidates should be comfortable with the possibility of interrupted sleep and understand that they remain responsible for the individual's health and safety throughout the entire shift.

  Why Become a DSP?

  Being a DSP is a rewarding career where no two days are exactly the same. You will have the opportunity to:

  • Get to know amazing individuals and build lasting relationships.
  • Participate in community activities, outings, and new experiences.
  • Help individuals learn new skills and achieve personal goals.

  Qualifications

  Applicants must:

  • Be at least 18 years of age.
  • Have a high school diploma or GED preferred.
  • Have experience working with individuals with disabilities preferred.
  • Possess a valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, and maintain a clean driving record.
  • Have access to an insured vehicle.

    DSPs support individuals in their homes and communities by helping them reach personal goals, maintain independence, and experience life to the fullest. DSPs may:

    • Travel regularly within the community.
    • Support individuals both indoors and outdoors.
    • Assist with physical activities such as walking, bending, reaching, lifting, and moving throughout the workday.
    • Work in environments where individuals may experience emotional distress, behavioral challenges, or crisis situations.
    • Be exposed to bodily fluids, odors, dust, infectious diseases, and other workplace conditions common in human services.

    Successful DSPs are comfortable problem-solving, staying calm under pressure, and supporting individuals through both successes and challenges. If you are looking for meaningful work where you can positively impact someone’s life, we encourage you to apply.

    Synova Group offers a competitive salary and a full list of benefits, including PTO, paid holidays, health, dental, life insurance, and disability insurance. Paid training is conducted in our Brooklyn Park office and is led by Synova Group employees.

    You will work in an environment that makes you feel proud of what you do and work with others who have a strong desire to support individuals with disabilities. Synova Group focuses on person-centered planning to provide the best care to our individuals.

    Synova Group provides many growth opportunities for those looking to advance your career and places value on internal promotion!

    This position reports to the House Supervisor. The position is classified as non-exempt.

    Synova Group is an Equal Opportunity and E-Verify Employer.

    Awake Overnight: 7 days on/7 days off, Wednesday-Wednesday, 9 PM-9 AM