In-Home Direct Support Professional

Meridian Services Incorporated; Maple Grove, Northern (MN, KY); Hybrid; USD 25,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance

Paid Time Off

Paid Training

401K plan with employer matching

Life and Short-Term Disability

Pet Insurance

Growth and Management Opportunities

Employee of the month recognition

Job summary

Meridian Services seeks an In-Home Direct Support Professional to assist individuals in their homes toward personal goals, including meals, personal care, shopping, and community activities.

You will help with daily living tasks, medication administration, and transportation, working in various central Minnesota locations. A vehicle and English proficiency are required; DHS background clearance is necessary.

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.

Responsibilities

• Assist individuals in personal residence toward personal goals.
• Support with meal preparation, shopping and light housekeeping.
• Provide personal care, medical supports, and daily living tasks.
• Assist with transportation to appointments and community activities.
• Help with medication administration as needed.
• Support development of life skills through guidance and teaching.

Skills

English proficiency

Reliable transportation

Personal care support

Job description

Posted Thursday, September 3, 2026 at 5:00 AM

Meridian Services offers person-centered supports and cares to individuals with mental illness, intellectual disabilities, and physical disabilities across a diverse range of settings. These include Residential Services, In-Home Services, and Case Management Services. Today, we have 30 group homes, 150 In-Home person served, and over 100 Case Managers across the state of Minnesota. Our mission is to provide services of the finest quality so that those we serve will be able to achieve their goals!

Job Title: In-Home Services Direct Support Professional

Location: Areas across Central MN (including but not limited to: Buffalo, Maple Lake, Elk River, Big Lake, Anoka, Andover, Champlin, Maple Grove, Fridley, Blaine, Spring Lake Park, Plymouth)

Schedule: Variety of Part-Time and Full-Time schedules available on weekdays and weekends

Wage: $18-20 per hour (including Full-Time or Part-Time benefits based on schedule)

Job Summary:

As an In-Home Direct Support Professional (DSP), you will assist individuals in their personal residence or family home 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.

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.

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

Preferred Qualification:

• Comfortable providing personal cares (including but not limited to: bathroom supports, bathing/showering, medication administration

Meridian Services Company Benefits and Perks Include:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance offered
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Training
• 401K plan with employer matching after 1 year
• Company-Provided Life and Short Team Disability Insurance
• Supplemental Insurance and Pet Insurance offered
• Growth and Management Opportunities!
• Employee of the month recognition and gift card

Meridian Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer.