In-Home Direct Support Professional

Meridian Services Incorporated; Saint Paul (MN); On-site; USD 25,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

Paid training

401K with employer matching

Life insurance

Supplemental & Pet Insurance

Growth opportunities

Employee recognition

Job summary

Meridian Services Incorporated in Minnesota is seeking an In-Home Direct Support Professional to help individuals in their homes achieve personal goals. You will assist with meal prep, outings, personal care, shopping, and daily living supports, including medication administration where required.

Responsibilities include implementing tailored outcomes, providing transportation in the community, teaching life skills, and supporting independence in daily activities.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 for adult programs
• Must be 21+ for youth programs
• Proficient in spoken and written English
• Have a vehicle with current insurance
• Clean driving record per Meridian policy
• Have a Wi‑Fi-enabled device
• Successful DHS Background Study clearance

Responsibilities

• Assist individuals in personal residences with meals, routines, shopping, cleaning, personal hygiene and medications
• Support tailored outcomes and life skills development in the home and in the community
• Provide supervision and transportation to appointments and activities; may use company vehicle or own vehicle as needed

Skills

English fluency

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

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)

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.