In-Home Direct Support Professional

Meridian Services, Inc; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 24,796 - 27,552; Part 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 Insurance

Growth and Management Opportunities

Job summary

Meridian Services, Inc is hiring an In-Home Services Direct Support Professional to provide personalized assistance to individuals with disabilities in their homes. This role includes personal care, meal preparation, and supporting individuals in achieving their goals.

Flexible schedules are available with benefits including medical, dental, and vision insurance, paid time off, and a 401K plan. Join our mission to deliver high-quality, person-centered services in Minnesota.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years of age for Adult Programs.
• Must be 21 years old or older to support Youth Programs.
• Successful clearance of a DHS Background Study.

Responsibilities

• Assist individuals in achieving personal goals in their home.
• Support individuals with tasks like meal preparation and personal hygiene.
• Provide guidance and instruction for building life skills.

Skills

Proficiency in spoken and written English

Vehicle for work-related purposes

Acceptable driving record

Ability to provide personal cares

Job description

Posted Thursday, June 4, 2026 at 6:00 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 persons 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

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.

Responsibilities

• 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)

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.