Awake Overnight Direct Support Professional – Full Time

Meridian Services; Cottage Grove (MN); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid Time Off

Paid Training

401K with employer matching

Life and Disability Insurance

Supplemental Insurance

Growth opportunities

Employee of the month recognition

Job summary

Meridian Services in Cottage Grove, MN seeks Awake Overnight Direct Support Professionals to aid individuals with daily living activities, meal prep, transportation, and medications. This full-time role supports people with disabilities in residential and in-home settings and requires compassion, reliability, and safe handling.

You will work 9pm–8am on a 7-on/7-off schedule, using a company vehicle for community activities.

Qualifications

• Staff must be at least 18 years of age to support Adult Programs.
• Staff must be 21 years of age or older to support Youth Programs.
• Proficient in spoken and written English language.
• Have a vehicle to use for work related purposes with current car insurance.
• Have an acceptable driving record as determined by Meridian Services policy.
• Have a Wi-Fi-enabled device for work related purposes.
• Successful clearance of a DHS Background Study.
• Comfortable providing personal cares (including but not limited to: bathroom supports, bathing/showering, medication administration).

Responsibilities

• As a Direct Support Professional, assist individuals with meals, community outings, personal hygiene, shopping, cleaning, appointments, and medication administration.
• Work on tailored outcomes with each person in the home, including budgeting, behavioral management, and life skills.
• Be an active participant with individuals served in the home and community while building independence.
• Provide supervision and transportation in the community; a company vehicle is often available.
• Offer guidance and instructional teaching to build daily living skills.

Skills

English proficiency

Valid driver’s license

Job description

Awake Overnight Direct Support Professional – Full Time

Job Description

Posted Thursday, August 6, 2026 at 6:00 AM

Meridian Services offers person-centered supports and cares to individuals with mental illness, intellectual disabilities, and physical disabilities across a diverse range of settings. These include Residential Services, In-Home Services, and Case Management Services. Today, we have 30 group homes, 150 In-Home person served, and over 100 Case Managers across the state of Minnesota. Our mission is to provide services of the finest quality so that those we serve will be able to achieve their goals!

Job Title: Awake Overnight Direct Support Professional

Location:Cottage Grove, MN (multiple schedules available across various locations)

Schedule: Awake Overnight: 7 days on 7 days off Wednesday - Tuesday, 9pm-8am.

Wage:$21.00 hourly including company benefits

Job Summary:

As a Direct Support Professional (DSP), you will assist individuals in working toward their personal goals. DSP staff support individuals with tasks such as meal preparation, community outings, personal hygiene, shopping, cleaning, attending appointments, and taking medication. Staff should feel comfortable providing personal care, medical supports, and other daily supports to those they assist. Staff should feel comfortable responding to interfering behaviors.

• Work on tailored outcomes with each person in the home. Outcomes may include budgeting, behavioral management, community exploration, meal planning, organizational skills, coping skills, and/or physical fitness.
• Be an active participant with individuals served when working on outcomes and out in the community.
• Assist with personal cares as needed per person served.
• Provide guidance and instructional teaching to persons while building life skills.
• Provide cleaning, cooking and medication administration to the individuals living at the home.
• Provide supervision and transportation in the community on activities and appointments. Typically, a company vehicle is available, but times may require use of own personal vehicle.

Preferred Experience:

• At least 1 year supporting individuals with autism, intellectual disabilities, and/or mental health diagnosis
• At least 1 year working with individuals with verbal and physical aggressions
• At least 1 year implementing Emergency Use of Manual Restraints (applicable at select programs)

Required Qualifications:

• Staff must be at least 18 years of age to support Adult Programs
• Staff must be 21 years of age or older to support Youth Programs
• Proficient in spoken and written English language
• Have a vehicle to use for work related purposes with current car insurance
• Have an acceptable driving record as determined by Meridian Services policy
• Have a Wi-Fi-enabled device for work related purposes
• Successful clearance of a Department of Human Services (DHS) Background Study
• Comfortable providing personal cares (including but not limited to: bathroom supports, bathing/showering, medication administration)

Meridian Services Company Benefits and Perks Include:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance offered
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Training
• 401K plan with employer matching after 1 year
• Company-Provided Life and Short Team Disability Insurance
• Supplemental Insurance and Pet Insurance offered
• Growth and Management Opportunities!
• Employee of the month recognition and gift card

Meridian Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer.