Overnight Direct Support Professional — Growth & Benefits

Meridian Services; Cottage Grove (MN); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid Time Off

Paid Training

401K with employer matching

Life and Disability Insurance

Supplemental Insurance

Growth opportunities

Employee of the month recognition

Job summary

Meridian Services in Cottage Grove, MN seeks Awake Overnight Direct Support Professionals to aid individuals with daily living activities, meal prep, transportation, and medications. This full-time role supports people with disabilities in residential and in-home settings and requires compassion, reliability, and safe handling.

You will work 9pm–8am on a 7-on/7-off schedule, using a company vehicle for community activities.

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

Responsibilities

• As a Direct Support Professional, assist individuals with meals, community outings, personal hygiene, shopping, cleaning, appointments, and medication administration.
• Work on tailored outcomes with each person in the home, including budgeting, behavioral management, and life skills.
• Be an active participant with individuals served in the home and community while building independence.
• Provide supervision and transportation in the community; a company vehicle is often available.
• Offer guidance and instructional teaching to build daily living skills.

Skills

English proficiency

Valid driver’s license

Job description

Meridian Services in Cottage Grove, MN seeks Awake Overnight Direct Support Professionals to aid individuals with daily living activities, meal prep, transportation, and medications. This full-time role supports people with disabilities in residential and in-home settings and requires compassion, reliability, and safe handling.

You will work 9pm–8am on a 7-on/7-off schedule, using a company vehicle for community activities.