DSP (Caregiver) 2nd Shift - Additional Premium hourly Rate
About The Position
The Direct Support Professional (DSP) provides direct care and supervision to individuals served at Hope Residence, a long-term Intermediate Care Facility supporting 52 people with intellectual, developmental, and physical disabilities. The role follows Minnesota Department of Human Services regulations, individual service plans, and organizational policies. DSPs support daily living needs, promote independence, and help ensure each resident’s health, safety, dignity, and enjoyment. This is a full-time PM-shift position, with schedules of either 2–10 p.m. or 3–9:30 p.m. Certain schedules qualify for an additional hourly premium: eight 2–10 p.m. shifts per pay period, including every other weekend or holiday, receive an additional $6 per hour; eight 3–9:30 p.m. shifts per pay period, including every other weekend or holiday, receive an additional $4 per hour. PM and weekend shift differentials may add $1–$2 per hour. Base pay starts at $17.81 per hour and may increase based on experience. The posted salary range is $17.81–$21.82 per hour. Overtime is eligible. Employees on the Minnesota Nursing Assistant Registry may be eligible for higher pay, and the role supports maintaining active registry certification.
Requirements
- Be at least 16 years of age.
- Meet Minnesota DHS background study requirements.
- Read, write, and communicate effectively in English.
Nice To Haves
- Experience working with individuals with developmental or intellectual disabilities.
- Active status on the Minnesota Nursing Assistant Registry.
- Previous experience in healthcare, residential, or human services settings.
Responsibilities
- Provide direct care and support to individuals served.
- Assist with activities of daily living, including bathing, toileting, grooming, dressing, and mobility.
- Monitor and maintain the health and safety of individuals.
- Observe, document, and report behavioral, medical, and program-related concerns to supervisors.
- Implement behavior support plans and de-escalation strategies as needed.
- Support medication administration when trained and authorized.
- Participate in community outings, recreational activities, and social experiences.
- Maintain a clean, safe, and supportive home environment.
- Promote person-centered practices that respect individual rights, choices, and independence.
Benefits
- Free meals while working
- Paid training
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Paid time off
- Paid holidays
- Professional development opportunities
- Company-matching 401(k)
- Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
- Health Savings Account (HSA)
- Partnership with NICE Healthcare
- Life insurance
- AD&D insurance
- Disability insurance
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Employee discount programs
- Employee referral program
- Temporary sign-on bonus opportunity of up to $2,000 for full-time employees
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
