Direct Support Professional (DSP)

Harry Meyering Center, Inc; Faribault (MN); On-site; USD 25,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Training

Competitive Benefits

Overtime Pay

Flexible Scheduling

Job summary

Harry Meyering Center, Inc. in Faribault, MN is seeking a Direct Support Professional to assist individuals in building independence and participating in meaningful activities within their homes and community settings.

You will provide respectful, person-centered support, help with daily living activities, accompany community outings, and document care while upholding health, safety, and confidentiality standards. Wage starts at $18.00 per hour with a $2.00 evening/overnight shift differential.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 and have a high school diploma or GED.
• Must have a valid U.S. driver's license and pass the insurance carrier's driving record check, unless otherwise noted.
• Must pass the Minnesota DHS Background Study.
• Must have access to an operable telephone while off duty.
• Must demonstrate maturity, understand and follow instructions, and work appropriately with individuals served and coworkers.

Responsibilities

• Provide respectful, individualized support based on each person's needs and goals.
• Assist with personal care, including bathing, toileting, eating, and dressing.
• Support daily living activities such as cooking, cleaning, and laundry.
• Encourage independence and participation in meaningful activities.
• Support community outings, including shopping, bowling, movies, and exercise.
• Follow health, safety, confidentiality, and documentation requirements.
• Complete other duties as assigned.

Skills

Maturity & judgment

Follow instructions

Teamwork

Communication skills

Disability experience preferred

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Valid U.S. driver's license

Telephone access off duty

Job description

Direct Support Professional (DSP)

Make a difference every day at Harry Meyering Center!

Job Purpose

Join HMC's team in Faribault, MN! Harry Meyering Center (HMC) supports people with intellectual and developmental disabilities in their homes and communities. As a Direct Support Professional, you'll help individuals build independence, work toward personal goals, and enjoy meaningful experiences. You'll build relationships, make a positive impact, and gain valuable experience in the human services field.

Wage

• $18.00 per hour base pay
• Additional $2.00 per hour for eligible evening and overnight shifts

Schedule

• Flexible scheduling, with opportunities to work 8–40 hours per week
• Every-other-weekend availability required (Saturday and Sunday)
• Additional fill-in and holiday shifts available
• Shift times vary based on location and staffing needs

Location

Faribault, MN

Perks

• Paid Training
• Competitive Benefits
• Overtime Pay
• Flexible Scheduling

What You'll Do

• Provide respectful, individualized support based on each person's needs and goals.
• Assist with personal care, including bathing, toileting, eating, and dressing.
• Support daily living activities such as cooking, cleaning, and laundry.
• Encourage independence and participation in meaningful activities.
• Support community outings, including shopping, bowling, movies, and exercise.
• Follow health, safety, confidentiality, and documentation requirements.
• Complete other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 and have a high school diploma or GED.
• Must have a valid U.S. driver's license and pass the insurance carrier's driving record check, unless otherwise noted.
• Must pass the Minnesota DHS Background Study.
• Must have access to an operable telephone while off duty.
• Must demonstrate maturity, understand and follow instructions, and work appropriately with individuals served and coworkers.
• Must be able to safely perform essential job duties, with or without reasonable accommodations.
• Experience working with individuals with disabilities is preferred.
• Must meet all other applicable licensing, regulatory, and legal requirements.

Harry Meyering Center, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the policy of HMC to afford equal opportunity regardless of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, marital status, mental or physical disability, sexual orientation, status with regard to public assistance, or any other characteristic protected by law. This policy applies to all aspects of the application process and employment relationship including but not limited to hiring, promotion, transfer, demotion, termination, discipline, benefits, and other terms and conditions of employment.