Direct Support Professional

Newton Software; Shakopee (MN); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Newton Software is hiring Direct Support Professionals in Shakopee, Minnesota to provide 1:1 support to individuals in structured home environments, following detailed service plans and maintaining professional boundaries. You will assist with ADLs, monitor health and behavior, and help with routines, transportation, and community participation.

Overnight and weekend shifts may be required; DHS background checks are part of the role.

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.

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

Skills

Communication skills

Documentation skills

Follow structured service plans

Professional boundaries

Reliability

Hands-on care

Safety awareness

Job description

Description

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

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.

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