Lead Direct Support Professional - Growth & Impact

Meridian Services, Inc; Plymouth (MN); On-site; USD 26,174 - 34,440; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance

Paid Time Off

401K plan with employer matching

Paid Training

Company-Provided Life and Short Term Disability Insurance

Job summary

Meridian Services, Inc is looking for a Lead Direct Support Professional in Plymouth, MN to support individuals with mental and intellectual disabilities. This full-time role includes direct care responsibilities, administrative tasks, and working in various programs. The ideal candidate should have experience with disabilities and strong person-centered programming skills.

Benefits include medical insurance, paid time off, and a 401K match. The wage ranges from $19.00 to $25.00 per hour depending on experience, with flexible scheduling of 7 days on and 7 days off.

Qualifications

• 21 years of age or older per licensing requirements.
• Proficient in spoken and written English.
• Successful clearance of Department of Human Services background check.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct support and assistance for individuals.
• Assist with medical appointments and training new staff.
• Manage paperwork and provide emergency client support.

Skills

Experience with intellectual disabilities

Understanding of person-centered programming

Experience managing verbal aggression

Experience managing physical aggression

Strong communication skills

Job description

Meridian Services, Inc is looking for a Lead Direct Support Professional in Plymouth, MN to support individuals with mental and intellectual disabilities. This full-time role includes direct care responsibilities, administrative tasks, and working in various programs. The ideal candidate should have experience with disabilities and strong person-centered programming skills.

Benefits include medical insurance, paid time off, and a 401K match. The wage ranges from $19.00 to $25.00 per hour depending on experience, with flexible scheduling of 7 days on and 7 days off.