Weekday DSP: Impactful Client Support 7am-3pm

Merrick Inc.; Vadnais Heights (MN); On-site; USD 20,664,000 - 28,929,600; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental & Vision insurance

403B retirement match

PTO

Life insurance

Wage increases

Great work environment

Job summary

Merrick Inc. is seeking Direct Support Professionals to work with clients across life enrichment, employment, and vocational programs.

The role involves engaging clients in activities such as painting, outings, and daily living tasks within a long-standing day program in Ramsey County. We offer a set schedule Monday–Friday, with health, dental, and vision insurance options, a 403B retirement plan match, PTO, life insurance for employees and dependents, and performance-based wage increases in a

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Experience working with clients who need assistance with personal care is preferred.
• Reliable transportation is required.
• Ability to use electronic devices, including databases and internet-based applications.
• Ongoing commitment to strengthening diversity, equity, and inclusion within the workplace.
• Commitment to promoting a safe and hazard-free work environment.
• Ability to pass a criminal background check and drug/alcohol test following a conditional job offer.

Responsibilities

• Encourage clients to engage in day activities, outings, and community inclusion.
• Be engaged throughout the day with clients in activities or community outings.
• Assist clients in personal care such as toileting, changing briefs, occasionally bathing, feeding, and preparing meals as needed.
• Transfer clients using appropriate body mechanics and assistive equipment.
• Assist in meeting the transportation needs of clients including, assisting in loading, and unloading of clients in a safe and reliable manner.
• Complete required documentation for assigned clients.

Skills

Reliable transportation

Electronic devices

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

Merrick Inc. is seeking Direct Support Professionals to work with clients across life enrichment, employment, and vocational programs.

The role involves engaging clients in activities such as painting, outings, and daily living tasks within a long-standing day program in Ramsey County. We offer a set schedule Monday–Friday, with health, dental, and vision insurance options, a 403B retirement plan match, PTO, life insurance for employees and dependents, and performance-based wage increases in a