Direct Support Professional - Full Time

Meridian Services • Cottage Grove, MN

22h

About The Position

As a Direct Support Professional (DSP), you will assist individuals in working toward their personal goals. You will support daily activities such as meal preparation, community outings, personal hygiene, shopping, cleaning, attending appointments, and taking medication. The role includes personal care, medical supports, daily support, and responding to interfering behaviors.

You will work on individualized outcomes with people in the home and support them in developing life skills. Duties also include cooking, cleaning, medication administration, supervision, and transportation for community activities and appointments. A company vehicle is typically available, though use of a personal vehicle may sometimes be required.

Requirements

• Be at least 18 years old to support Adult Programs.
• Be at least 21 years old to support Youth Programs.
• Be proficient in spoken and written English.
• Have a vehicle 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.
• Successfully clear a Department of Human Services (DHS) Background Study.
• Be comfortable providing personal care, including bathroom supports, bathing or showering, and medication administration.

Nice To Haves

• At least 1 year of experience supporting individuals with autism, intellectual disabilities, and/or mental health diagnoses.
• At least 1 year of experience working with individuals with verbal and physical aggression.
• At least 1 year of experience implementing Emergency Use of Manual Restraints (applicable at select programs).

Responsibilities

• Work with each person in the home on tailored outcomes such as budgeting, behavioral management, community exploration, meal planning, organizational skills, coping skills, and physical fitness.
• Actively participate with individuals served while working on outcomes and during community activities.
• Assist with personal care as needed.
• Provide guidance and instructional teaching to build life skills.
• Provide cleaning, cooking, and medication administration for individuals living at the home.
• Provide supervision and transportation in the community for activities and appointments.
• Use a personal vehicle for work-related transportation when a company vehicle is unavailable.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed