Direct Support Professional - Part Time

Meridian Services; Maple Grove (MN); On-site; USD 25,000 - 29,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Company benefits

Job summary

Meridian Services is seeking a Direct Support Professional in Maple Grove, MN. You will assist individuals with daily living tasks, meal prep, transportation, and community activities, while supporting personal care and medication administration.

Requirements include English proficiency, a vehicle for work use, and a DHS background check approval. Flexible schedules across multiple locations are available, with pay of $18.50 per hour including company benefits.

Qualifications

• Must be able to communicate effectively in spoken and written English.
• Comfort with personal care tasks and daily living activities.
• Reliable transportation and a valid insurance-friendly vehicle may be required.

Responsibilities

• Assist individuals with personal goals and daily living activities.
• Support with meal preparation, cleaning, shopping, and appointments.
• Provide medication administration and health-related supports as needed.
• Offer transportation and accompany individuals to community activities.

Skills

English language

Job description

Job Title: Direct Support Professional

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

Schedule: Monday: 2:00pm - 9:00pm, Every Other Weekend: 8:00am - 9:00pm

Wage:$18.50 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 ProgramsProficient 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)