Direct Support Assistant — Community & Skills Coach

Partnership Resources, Inc; Golden Valley (MN); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Paid holidays off

Medical insurance

Retirement plan with employer match

Voluntary Life AD&D coverage

Employee Assistance Program

Public Student Loan Forgiveness

Job summary

Partnership Resources, Inc. is seeking a part-time Direct Support Professional (DSP) to assist adults with developmental and intellectual disabilities in our day program.

This entry-level role emphasizes flexible, hands-on support in a classroom setting, with training provided. You will engage participants in activities, accompany them on field trips, and use person-centered approaches to help them set and reach goals.

Qualifications

• No experience required; all training provided.
• Multilingual candidates who speak Spanish, Hmong, Somali, Oromo or American Sign Language encouraged to apply.
• Must pass a background check with MN Department of Human Services.
• Must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.
• Minimum age 18 years.
• Ability to push/pull/lift 21–50 pounds regularly.
• Ability to stand/walk 6+ hours in an 8-hour shift.
• Willingness to learn basic computer and technology skills.
• Position does not require transporting individuals.

Responsibilities

• Assist with recreation, leisure and skill-building activities in a collaborative team environment.
• Accompany individuals on field trips and volunteer sites to explore the community inclusively.
• Support individuals using person-centered strategies to help achieve goals and self-advocacy.

Skills

Multilingual

No experience required

Team collaboration

Tools

Basic computer skills

Job description

Partnership Resources, Inc. is seeking a part-time Direct Support Professional (DSP) to assist adults with developmental and intellectual disabilities in our day program.

This entry-level role emphasizes flexible, hands-on support in a classroom setting, with training provided. You will engage participants in activities, accompany them on field trips, and use person-centered approaches to help them set and reach goals.