Community Disability Support Specialist II

Lifeworks Services Inc; New Hope (MN); On-site; USD 55,655,000 - 61,606,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

18 days PTO

11 paid holidays

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Life and AD&D insurance

Short & long-term disability coverage

Health Savings Account (HSA)

Flexible Savings Account (FSA)

Tuition reimbursement up to $3,000

403(b) retirement plan with company 3%

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Job summary

Lifeworks Services in New Hope, MN, is seeking a Direct Support Professional II to advocate for disability inclusion and coordinate community access. You will build rapport with individuals and their support teams, prepare required 245D documents, and facilitate meetings to ensure person-centered services are delivered effectively.

The role is full-time, Monday–Friday, with hourly compensation of $20–$21.50 and a sign-on bonus up to $1,500. Benefits include PTO, holidays, and a 403(b) plan.

Qualifications

• Associate degree and two years of experience in human services required.
• Bachelor’s degree or four years of education/experience preferred.
• Fluent in English, written and spoken.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.

Responsibilities

• Advocate for disability inclusion and create opportunities for classes and community involvement.
• Build rapport with individuals, support teams, and community members.
• Document annual plans and SPAs with outcomes, goals, and strategies.
• Train staff on person-centered service delivery and safety procedures.
• Coordinate transportation and support for personal care and community access.

Skills

Communication

Rapport building

Time management

Team collaboration

Education

Associate degree

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Lifeworks Services in New Hope, MN, is seeking a Direct Support Professional II to advocate for disability inclusion and coordinate community access. You will build rapport with individuals and their support teams, prepare required 245D documents, and facilitate meetings to ensure person-centered services are delivered effectively.

The role is full-time, Monday–Friday, with hourly compensation of $20–$21.50 and a sign-on bonus up to $1,500. Benefits include PTO, holidays, and a 403(b) plan.