Direct Support Professional, No Weekends

Merrick Inc.; Vadnais Heights (MN); On-site; USD 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance options

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

403B retirement match

PTO 10 hours/month

Life insurance for employees & depend­

Performance-based wage increases

Great work environment

Job summary

Merrick Inc. in Minnesota is seeking Direct Support Professionals to work with over 400 clients in our day program. You will help clients develop employment skills, complete tasks, track time, and stay engaged in work and community activities throughout the day.

We offer a Monday–Friday 7:30 am–3:30 pm schedule, multiple health insurance options, a 403B retirement match, PTO, life insurance for dependents, and performance-based wage increases in a supportive, diverse workplace.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma.
• 6+ months of relevant experience.
• Reliable transportation.
• Ability to use electronic devices, including databases and internet-based applications.
• DOT medical examiner certificate preferred.
• Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion in the workplace.
• Ability to pass a criminal background check and drug/alcohol test.

Responsibilities

• Encourage clients to reach personal and employment goals.
• Train, coach, and monitor clients to perform work-related contracts.
• Complete paperwork, documentation, and reports for clients' work.
• Engage with clients in work and non-work-related activities or community outings.
• Assist in transferring clients using body mechanics and equipment.
• Assist with transportation needs, including loading/unloading clients safely.
• Assist with personal care such as toileting, feeding, and meals.

Skills

Reliability

Communication

Time management

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Electronic devices

Databases

Internet applications

Job description

Looking for a unique caregiving position with a fantastic schedule? This is the job for you! Direct Support Professionals work with clients through various employment, vocational rehabilitation, and life enrichment to more than 400 clients! As a Direct Support Professional, you will work with clients in their job development while encouraging them to complete work tasks, assist them with questions, and track their time. We are the most extensive day program in Ramsey County, with a 60-year history of leadership in person-centered planning, self-advocacy, meaningful work options, and continuous innovation.

Direct Support Professional (DSP) Hiring Offers:

• Monday – Friday, 7:30 am – 3:30 pm set schedule.
• 6 different health insurance options through Medica.
• Dental and vision insurance.
• 3% 403B retirement match.
• 10 hours of accrued PTO per month.
• Free life insurance for employees & all dependents.
• Performance-based annual wage increases.
• A great work environment & clients to work with!

Direct Support Professional (DSP) Responsibilities:

• Encourage clients to reach their personal and employment goals, including encouraging clients to work.
• Train, coach, and monitor clients to perform work-related contracts.
• Complete the necessary paperwork, documentation, and reports for clients' work.
• Be engaged throughout the day with clients in work and non-work-related activities or community outings.
• Transfer clients using appropriate body mechanics and assistive equipment such as wheelchairs, Posey belt, walkers, standers, etc.
• Assist in meeting the transportation needs of clients, including assisting in loading and unloading clients in a safe and reliable manner.
• Assist clients in personal care, such as toileting, feeding, and preparing meals, as needed.

Direct Support Professional (DSP) Qualifications:

• High School Diploma.
• 6 months or more of relevant experience
• Reliable transportation.
• Ability to use electronic devices, including databases and internet-based applications.
• Maintaining a current DOT medical examiner certificate and medical waiver is preferred.
• Ongoing commitment to strengthening diversity, equity, and inclusion within the workplace.
• Commitment to promoting a safe and hazard-free work environment.
• Ability to pass a criminal background check and drug/alcohol test following a conditional job offer.

Our Commitment to DEI:

We are dedicated to building a diverse team of employees who have a ongoing commitment to strengthening diversity, equity and inclusion in the workplace.

We value people for all life, education, and work experience.