Direct Support Specialist — Lead, Engage & Empower

Partnership Resources, Inc; Saint Louis Park (MN); On-site; USD 34,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Medical insurance

Retirement plan with employer match

Life AD&D coverage

Long-term Disability

Employee Assistance Program

PSLF eligibility

Job summary

Partnership Resources, Inc. is seeking a full-time Direct Support Professional (DSP) - Specialist to support adults with developmental and intellectual disabilities in our day program. DSPs act as advocates, promoting independence and community participation.

Schedule: Monday to Friday 8 AM to 4 PM. The role involves leading activities to build life skills and accompanying individuals on field trips, with daily documentation and care-team collaboration.

Qualifications

• No experience required; all training provided.
• Must pass background check.
• Authorized to work in the United States without visa sponsorship.
• Minimum age 18.
• Ability to lift 21–50 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Develop activities that build life skills and social engagement (recreation, music, etc).
• Accompany individuals on field trips and community activities.
• Maintain daily documentation and participate in care team meetings.
• Support individuals using person-centered strategies to achieve goals.

Skills

Multilingual communication

Compassionate care

Job description

Partnership Resources, Inc. is seeking a full-time Direct Support Professional (DSP) - Specialist to support adults with developmental and intellectual disabilities in our day program. DSPs act as advocates, promoting independence and community participation.

Schedule: Monday to Friday 8 AM to 4 PM. The role involves leading activities to build life skills and accompanying individuals on field trips, with daily documentation and care-team collaboration.