Direct Support Professional

7 days ago

Coon Rapids, MN, United States Orion Associates Full time
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

Company Benefits and Perks:

  • 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
Job Title: Direct Support Professional

Location: Plymouth, MN

Schedule: Mon, Tues, Wed, Fri: 2pm-9pm; E/O weekend: 2pm-9pm

Wage: $20.00 per hour (including Full-Time or Part-Time benefits based on schedule)

Job Summary

As a Direct Support Professional (DSP), you will assist individuals 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. Staff should feel comfortable responding to interfering behaviors.

Essential Job Duties:
  • 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.
Preferred Experience:
  • At least 1 year supporting individuals with autism, intellectual disabilities, and/or mental health diagnosis
  • At least 1 year working with individuals with verbal and physical aggressions
  • At least 1 year implementing Emergency Use of Manuel Restraints (applicable at select programs)
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
  • Comfortable providing personal cares (including but not limited to: bathroom supports, bathing/showering, medication administration)


Meridian Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified candidates are encouraged to apply.

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