Direct Support Professional - Oakdale, MN - 1800 Sign-On Bonus

MSS • Oakdale, MN

5d • $19 - $20 • Onsite

About The Position

For more than 75 years, the MSS community has been helping people with disabilities in the Twin Cities area live their lives with dignity, purpose, and joy. MSS enthusiastically welcomes team members from all cultural and ethnic backgrounds, all sexual and gender identities, and all ages and abilities. This is a full-time position with no evenings or weekends. As a Direct Support Professional, you work on a close-knit team to support adults with disabilities on weekdays. You help some people with day-to-day activities like eating, taking medicine, and going to the bathroom. Your respectful caring and compassion are crucial skills. All our clients rely on your creativity and enthusiasm to lead them in fun and rewarding activities every day. This role will focus on supporting people in accessing their community. Your individuality helps you connect with the uniqueness of each person. MSS centers are safe, respectful, and friendly communities – both for the people we serve and for every employee. We value you, your talents, and your ideas.

Requirements

• Valid driver's license and a good recent driving record.
• Willingness to undergo a background check.
• Caring, patient, and encouraging demeanor.
• Belief that everyone deserves to have a good life.
• Desire for work to be meaningful and fulfilling.
• Dependable, clear-headed, and serious about safety.

Responsibilities

• Support adults with disabilities on weekdays.
• Assist with day-to-day activities such as eating, taking medicine, and going to the bathroom.
• Lead clients in fun and rewarding activities.
• Support people in accessing their community.

Benefits

• $1,800 sign-on bonus payable over the first 6 months of employment.
• Competitive pay ($19.25 - $19.75 per hour to start, with regular raises).
• Comprehensive health and dental benefits for employees working 30 or more hours per week.
• Generous paid time off.
• Recruitment bonuses for referring new team members.
• Paid hands-on training.
• Support from experienced co-workers and management.

What This Job Offers

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