Direct Support Professional - Part Time

Meridian Services; Cottage Grove (MN); On-site; USD 27,000 - 39,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Company benefits

Job summary

Meridian Services is seeking a Direct Support Professional in Cottage Grove, MN. The DSP will assist individuals with daily living tasks such as meal prep, personal care, community outings, and medication administration, while responding to challenging behaviors.

Schedule includes weekly evenings and every-other-weekend shifts, with access to company benefits. Ideal candidates have at least one year supporting individuals with autism or other disabilities, and meet the listed qualifications

Qualifications

• 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

• Work on tailored outcomes with each person in the home.
• 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

Own vehicle

Driving record good

Wi‑Fi device

Background check

Job description

Job Title: Direct Support Professional

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

Schedule: Wednesday: 5:00pm -10:00pm, Friday: 4:00pm-9:00pm, Every Other Weekend 5:00pm - 10:00pm

Wage:$24.00 hourly including company benefits

Job Summary:

As a Direct Support Professional (DSP), you will assist individuals in working toward their personal goals. DSP staff support individuals with tasks such as meal preparation, community outings, personal hygiene, shopping, cleaning, attending appointments, and taking medication. Staff should feel comfortable providing personal care, medical supports, and other daily supports to those they assist. Staff should feel comfortable responding to interfering behaviors.

Essential Job Duties:

• Work on tailored outcomes with each person in the home. Outcomes may include budgeting, 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.

Preferred Experience:

• At least 1 year supporting individuals with autism, intellectual disabilities, and/or mental health diagnosis
• At least 1 year working with individuals with verbal and physical aggressions
• At least 1 year implementing Emergency Use of Manual Restraints (applicable at select programs)

Required Qualifications:

• Staff must be at least 18 years of age to support Adult Programs
• Staff must be 21 years of age or older to support Youth 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
• Comfortable providing personal cares (including but not limited to: bathroom supports, bathing/showering, medication administration)