Direct Support Professional Senior

4 hours ago


Austin, Minnesota, United States State of Minnesota Full time
Job Title: Direct Support Professional Senior

Join the State of Minnesota team as a Direct Support Professional Senior and make a meaningful difference in the lives of individuals with intellectual disabilities, mental illness, and other emotional, behavioral, medical complexities.

About the Role:

As a Direct Support Professional Senior, you will be responsible for providing high-quality support and care to individuals in our short- and long-term housing program. Your primary goal will be to ensure that the people we serve achieve their highest quality of life and personal growth.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Assess individual needs and develop personalized support plans
  • Implement residential and habilitation support plans, including goal-setting and evaluation
  • Provide therapeutic support using de-escalation strategies and positive behavior supports
  • Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to ensure comprehensive care
Requirements:
  • Experience working with individuals with intellectual disabilities, mental illness, and/or co-occurring diagnosis
  • Verbal de-escalation strategies and experience working with individuals who exhibit aggressive behaviors
  • Clear communication skills to understand and communicate complex services
  • Valid Driver's License and ability to perform physical/essential requirements
Preferred Qualifications:
  • Cultural responsiveness and experience working effectively with diverse backgrounds and cultures
  • Formal training/certification/education in related field (CNA, PCA, Child Development, First Aide, CPR, etc.)
What We Offer:

As a Direct Support Professional Senior with the State of Minnesota, you will enjoy a competitive salary range of $23.76 - $30.43 per hour, as well as opportunities for professional growth and development. We are committed to equity and inclusion, and invest in our employees by providing benefits, support resources, and training and development opportunities.

Apply today and join our team of dedicated professionals who are making a difference in the lives of Minnesotans



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