Direct Support Professional - Part Time

Meridian Services • Brooklyn Park, MN

8d • Onsite

About The Position

The Direct Support Professional (DSP) works in a Crisis program in Brooklyn Park, Minnesota, supporting individuals with daily needs and progress toward personal goals. The role involves responding to interfering behaviors, including verbal and physical aggression, and implementing physical intervention techniques, including Emergency Use of Manual Restraints when permitted and required. Staff provide personal care, medical support, medication administration, and assistance with daily activities such as self-care, community outings, homework, shopping, cleaning, and appointments. Staff are cross-trained at one or two other programs for training purposes. A company vehicle is typically available, though staff may sometimes need to use a personal vehicle.

Requirements

• At least 2 years of experience working with interfering behaviors, including verbal and physical aggression.
• At least 2 years of experience implementing physical interventions, including Emergency Use of Manual Restraints when permitted and required.
• At least 2 years of experience supporting individuals with autism, intellectual disabilities, and/or mental health diagnoses.
• At least 2 years of experience providing personal care, including bathroom support, bathing or showering, and medication administration.
• Must be at least 21 years old to support Youth and Crisis Programs.
• Proficiency in spoken and written English.
• Have a vehicle available for work-related purposes and 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.

Responsibilities

• Respond to interfering behaviors, including verbal and physical aggression.
• Implement physical intervention techniques, including Emergency Use of Manual Restraints when permitted and required.
• Work with each person in the home on individualized outcomes, which may include 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 help individuals build life skills.
• Provide cleaning, cooking, and medication administration for individuals living in the home.
• Provide supervision and transportation in the community for activities and appointments.

What This Job Offers

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