Direct Support Professional - Part Time

Orion Associates, Meridian Services, & Zenith Services; Champlin (MN); On-site; USD 33,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Meridian Services in Champlin, MN is looking for a Direct Support Professional to join the Crisis program. The role supports individuals with personal cares, community outings, and daily living tasks while ensuring safety and behavioral goals are addressed.

The DSP will respond to interfering behaviors, implement approved interventions, and participate in cross-training across programs. A weekend schedule (Sat-Sun 7am-3pm) is available, with weekday wages at $24/hour and $28/hour on weekends,

Qualifications

• Staff must be 21 years of age or older to support Youth and Crisis Programs.
• Proficient in spoken and written English language.
• Have a vehicle to use for work related purposes with current car insurance.
• Have an acceptable driving record as determined by Meridian Services policy.
• Have a Wi-Fi-enabled device for work related purposes
• Successful clearance of a Department of Human Services (DHS) Background Study.

Responsibilities

• Respond to interfering behaviors including verbal and physical aggressions.
• Implement physical intervention techniques including Emergency Use of Manual Restraints (when permitted and required).
• Work on tailored outcomes with each person in the home. Outcomes may include behavioral management, community exploration, meal planning, organizational skills, coping skills, and/or physical fitness.
• Be an active participant with individuals served when working on outcomes and out in the community.
• Assist with personal cares as needed per person served.
• Provide guidance and instructional teaching to persons while building life skills.
• Provide cleaning, cooking and medication administration to the individuals living at the home.
• Provide supervision and transportation in the community on activities and appointments.

Skills

English proficiency

Valid driver’s license

Vehicle for work

Wi‑Fi‑enabled device

Job description

Job Title: Direct Support Professional

Location: Champlin, MN (multiple schedules available across various locations)

Schedule:E/O weekend , Saturday and Sunday 7am-3pm

Wage: $24 per hour on weekdays;$28 per hour on weekends(including company benefits)

Job Summary

As a Direct Support Professional (DSP) in our Crisis program, staff must be comfortable responding to interfering behaviors and implementing physical intervention techniques daily. In addition to responding to interfering behaviors daily, staff will also assist individuals in working toward their personal goals.DSP staff support our persons served with tasks such as self care, community outings, homework, shopping, cleaning, attending appointments, and taking medication. Staff should feel comfortable providing personal care, medical supports, and other daily personal cares and supports to those they assist.Please note, all staff will be cross trained at 1-2 other programs for training purposes.

Essential Job Duties

• Respond to interfering behaviors including verbal and physical aggressions.
• Implement physical intervention techniques including Emergency Use of Manuel Restraints (when permitted and required).
• Work on tailored outcomes with each person in the home. Outcomes may include behavioral management, community exploration, meal planning, organizational skills, coping skills, and/or physical fitness.
• Be an active participant with individuals served when working on outcomes and out in the community.
• Assist with personal cares as needed per person served.
• Provide guidance and instructional teaching to persons while building life skills.
• Provide cleaning, cooking and medication administration to the individuals living at the home.
• Provide supervision and transportation in the community on activities and appointments. Typically, a company vehicle is available, but times may require use of own personal vehicle.

Required Experience

• At least 2 years working with interfering behaviors including verbal and physical aggressions.
• At least 2 years implementing physical interventions including Emergency Use of Manual Restraints (when permitted and required).
• At least 2 years supporting individuals with autism, intellectual disabilities, and/or mental health diagnosis.
• At least 2 years providing personal cares (including but not limited to: bathroom supports, bathing/showering, medication administration, etc.)

Required Qualifications

• Staff must be 21 years of age or older to support Youth and Crisis Programs.
• Proficient in spoken and written English language.
• Have a vehicle to use for work related purposes with current car insurance.
• Have an acceptable driving record as determined by Meridian Services policy.
• Have a Wi-Fi-enabled device for work related purposes
• Successful clearance of a Department of Human Services (DHS) Background Study.