Direct Support Professional

Allaboutcaringmntc; Minnetonka (MN); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Allaboutcaringmntc is seeking Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) to provide 1:1 support in structured home environments. These roles involve hands-on care, following formal service plans, and maintaining precise health and behavior documentation.

Applicants should be 18+ with a valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, and readiness to cover evening/weekend/overnight shifts as needed. Training includes DHS NetStudy 2.0 background checks and safety protocols.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years or older.
• Valid driver’s license required.
• Reliable transportation to and from work.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 hands-on support with ADLs and daily living activities.
• Support structured daily routines and independence goals.
• Monitor health, seizure activity, and behavior as assigned.
• Implement positive support and de-escalation strategies.
• Assist with meals and light household tasks.
• Support community participation and transportation needs.
• Complete accurate SOAP documentation and maintain records.
• Follow incident reporting and emergency protocols.

Skills

Age 18+

Valid driver's license

Reliable transportation

Hands-on care

Communication & documentation

Follow structured service plans

Professional boundaries

DHS NetStudy 2.0 background check

Job description

Description

Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) provide 1:1 support to individuals in structured home environments.

Client needs range from:

• Low-support PCA-style assistance
• Skill-building and independence coaching
• Behavioral regulation support
• Medical monitoring and seizure support
• Intensive, exception-rate placements requiring advanced competency

This is not a passive companionship role. Staff must be engaged, attentive, and capable of following structured service plans.

Essential Responsibilities

• Provide hands‑on assistance with ADLs (dressing, hygiene, toileting, mobility, meals)
• Support structured daily routines and independence goals
• Monitor health, seizure activity, and behavioral changes (as assigned)
• Implement positive support and de‑escalation strategies
• Assist with meal preparation and light household tasks
• Support community participation and transportation needs
• Complete accurate and timely SOAP documentation
• Follow incident reporting and emergency protocols

Overnight Shifts (If Assigned)

Some placements operate in 24-hour supervision environments.

Overnight staff are required to remain awake, alert, and actively monitoring for safety needs throughout the entire shift.

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Requirements

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years or older
• Valid driver’s license
• Reliable transportation to and from work
• Ability to provide hands‑on care
• Strong communication and documentation skills
• Ability to follow structured service plans
• Professional boundaries and reliability required
• Must pass DHS NetStudy 2.0 background check

Preferred Experience

• 1+ year experience as a DSP, PCA, IHS, ICLS, or HCBS caregiver
• Experience supporting individuals with behavioral dysregulation
• Experience supporting individuals with seizure disorders or medical needs
• Comfortable working evenings, weekends, and awake overnight shifts