Direct Support Professional-Cottages

Anne Carlsen; Jamestown (ND); On-site; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employer Paid Life & Disability

401(k) & Profit-Sharing Plan

Assurity Voluntary Benefits

Flexible Spending Accounts

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Employee Assistance Program

Special Employee Events

Great working environment

Job summary

Anne Carlsen Center in Jamestown, ND is looking for individuals to assist with health and personal cares for children and young adults. The role supports therapy, education, and recreational activities and works under licensed nurses and teachers to implement care plans.

Successful candidates will complete the CNA course within 6 months and may pursue CMA training if required. A North Dakota driver's license is required, and strong communication skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Must communicate verbally and in writing.
• Able to follow verbal and written instructions.
• Valid North Dakota Driver's License.

Responsibilities

• Perform supervised tasks related to delivery of health and personal cares, therapies, education, behavioral, recreational activities for children and young adults.
• Contribute to and implement ISP/IEP, positive behavior support plan, and nursing care plan.
• Complete CNA course within 6 months of employment and CMA training if required.
• Work under supervision of licensed nurses, Home Life Operations Manager and Supervisors and assigned therapists/teachers.

Skills

Verbal & written communication

Follow verbal and written instructions

Driver's license (ND)

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

Posted Monday, August 17, 2026 at 6:00 AM | Expires Tuesday, December 1, 2026 at 6:59 AM

Our Mission: To Make Independence a Gift for All Anne Carlsen Center (Anne Carlsen) is a non-profit organization which has been providing supports and services for 80 years to individuals in North Dakota with developmental disability or delay. Rich in tradition, Anne Carlsen has positioned itself on the cutting edge of innovation with unique programs, creative therapies and advanced assistive technologies that meet the specific needs of those we serve. Be a part of an organization whose mission is to make independence a gift to those in your community!

*Eligible for a $1000 sign on bonus!* Location: Jamestown, ND Shift: Weekdays and Weekends (Varying Hours) Job Schedule: Full Time and Part Time Weekly Hours: 4-40

JOB SUMMARY:

The purpose of this position is to perform supervised tasks related to the delivery of health and personal cares, therapeutic, educational, behavioral, recreational, and leisure activities for the children and young adults at Anne Carlsen. The position also contributes to and assumes authority, responsibility, and accountability for completing specific procedures and duties to implement the overall ISP/IEP, positive behavior support plan and nursing care plan. This position is supervised by licensed nurses, Home Life Operations Manager and Supervisors, the teachers and/or therapist the position is assigned to in order to complete their responsibilities. The position is also required to complete the certified nursing assistant course within 6 months of employment and complete the certified medication assistant training if required.

Education and/or years’ experience required:

• Ability to communicate verbally and in writing
• Able to follow verbal and written instructions
• Valid North Dakota Drivers License

Preferred Skills and Abilities:

• Prior completion of DD modules
• 2 years’ experience as DSP and/or CNA
• High School Diploma

Supervision of others/decision making aptitude (if applicable):

This position does not have supervisory responsibilities.

Benefits:

Anne Carlsen offers competitive pay and benefits, employee discounts, paid time off (PTO), and great advancement opportunities! Here are a few examples:

• Employer Paid Life & Disability
• 401(k) & Profit-Sharing Plan
• Assurity Voluntary Benefits
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Special Employee Events
• Great working environment and ability to strengthen your community!

Employment with the Anne Carlsen Center is contingent upon passing our mandatory drug test, background checks, I-9 document verification, and compliance to our mandatory flu policy. Anne Carlsen is a drug-free, tobacco-free work environment.

Employment with the Anne Carlsen Center is contingent upon passing our mandatory drug test, background checks, I-9 document verification, and compliance to our mandatory flu policy. Anne Carlsen is a drug-free, tobacco-free work environment.

Anne Carlsen is an equal opportunity employer and complies fully with all federal, state, and local employment laws and will provide equal employment and advancement opportunities for all persons regardless of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, the presence of any mental or physical disability, status with regard to public assistance or marriage, or any other category protected by federal, state or local law.