Direct Support Professional (DSP) - Faribault, MN

Harry Meyering Center; Faribault (MN); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Training

Competitive Benefits

Overtime Pay

Flexible Scheduling

Job summary

Harry Meyering Center in Faribault, MN, seeks Direct Support Professionals to provide daily care in residential homes and the community. You will support individuals with activities and independence while maintaining safety and HIPAA guidelines.

Shifts vary across day, evening, and overnight with some weekend coverage; wage starts at $17.00 per hour with a $2.00 differential for evenings and overnights. Paid training and benefits offered.

Qualifications

• Must be 18+ years old and have a high school diploma or GED.
• Must hold a valid United States driver’s license and pass a driving record check.
• Must pass the MN Department of Human Services Background Study.
• Have off-duty access to an operable telephone.
• Demonstrate maturity to work with individuals served and co-workers.
• Ability to understand and follow instructions.
• Ability to safely perform essential duties with or without accommodations.
• Prior experience with individuals with disabilities is preferred.
• Meet licensure rules and regulations or other laws.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct care for others in an individualized and meaningful way.
• Assist in personal cares.
• Engage in community activities (e.g., bowling, shopping, movies, exercise).
• Complete daily direct care such as bathing, toileting, feeding, and dressing.
• Complete household chores (cooking, cleaning, laundry).
• Maintain HIPAA compliance in all communications.
• Follow all health and safety policies and procedures.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Age requirement

HS diploma

Driver's license

Background check

Maturity

Follow instructions

Safety compliance

Disabilities experience preferred

Licensure rules compliance

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Direct Support Professional (DSP) - Faribault, MN

Harry Meyering Center Faribault, Minnesota, United States

About this position

Direct Support Professional – Faribault, MN Harry Meyering Center supports people with developmental and intellectual disabilities in their homes and community.

Job Purpose

Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) at Harry Meyering Center play a vital role in providing daily support, supervision, and quality care to individuals living in our residential group homes. Using a person-centered approach, DSPs encourage independence while honoring each individual's goals, preferences, and unique needs. Team members work a variety of day, evening, and overnight shifts to ensure consistent awake staffing and help create a safe, stable, and welcoming home environment.

Schedule

Enjoy a flexible schedule with opportunities to work 8-40 hours per week, including every other weekend (Saturday and Sunday), occasional fill-in shifts, and holiday coverage. Shift times vary by location and availability, giving you room to find a rhythm that fits your life.

Location

Faribault, MN

Wage

$17.00 per hour

Evening and Overnight shifts will receive a shift differential of an extra $2.00 per hour when working those shifts.

Perks

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

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years of age and have a high school diploma or general education degree.
• Must hold a valid United States driver's license and pass a driving record check conducted by our insurance carrier unless otherwise noted.
• Must pass the MN Department of Human Services Background Study
• Have off-duty access to an operable telephone.
• Demonstrate maturity to work with individuals served and co-workers.
• Have the ability to understand and follow instructions.
• Have the ability to safely perform essential duties and responsibilities with or without reasonable accommodations.
• Prior experience with individuals with disabilities is preferred.
• Meet any other requirements set by licensure rules and regulations or other laws.

What You'll Do

• Provide direct care for others in an individualized and meaningful way.
• Assist in personal cares.
• Engage in community activities, i.e., bowling, shopping, watching a movie or exercising.
• Complete daily direct care such as bathing, toileting, feeding, and dressing.
• Complete household chores such as cooking, cleaning, and laundry.
• Maintain HIPAA Compliance in all communications to HMC, whether written or verbal, external and internal.
• Follows all health and safety policies and procedures.
• Other duties as assigned.

If you have any questions about the opportunities for Direct Support Professional and joining our team please feel free to reach out via email: [e-mail] or phone: [phone]

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.

Salary Information

$17Hourly Wage