Direct Support Professional - 3rd shift, PT

Nexus Family Healing•Rochester, MN

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Nexus Family Healing is hiring a mental health Direct Support Professional for the Southeast Regional Crisis Center (SERCC) in Rochester, Minnesota. The role supports and reinforces clients’ therapeutic treatment plans by providing guidance, assistance, and direction with daily living activities and scheduled therapeutic activities. The position works with individuals experiencing mental health crises across southeast Minnesota and supports mission-driven care in coordination with communities and regional partners. This is a part-time, onsite position at 2121 Campus Dr SE, Rochester, MN. The schedule is third shift, 11:00 p.m. to 7:30 a.m., for 20 hours per week. Pay is $21.00 per hour, plus a $1.10-per-hour shift differential for hours worked between 10:00 p.m. and 8:00 a.m. Nexus Family Healing emphasizes diversity, equity, and inclusion and aims to have a workforce that supports and represents the diverse youth and families it serves.

Requirements

Meet the Mental Health Practitioner criteria defined in Minnesota Statutes section 245.462, subdivision 17.
Be at least 21 years of age.
Hold a valid driver’s license and meet state regulating agency and Home Office driving requirements.
Successfully pass a DHS criminal background check.
Be able to build strong relationships with diverse individuals or communities and understand their unique needs and challenges.
Be open to meeting the cultural needs of individuals or communities, including factors such as language, traditions, and values.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree, preferably in human services.

Responsibilities

Support clients in following daily schedules, including therapy and appointments.
Encourage personal hygiene and clean living spaces.
Serve as a positive role model by demonstrating respect, empathy, and professionalism.
Promote inclusivity and respect for different backgrounds and identities.
Stay informed about each client’s treatment phase and adapt interactions accordingly.
Use therapeutic techniques within professional boundaries and document interventions.
Report concerns such as self-harm or other risks to supervisors.
Lead or assist in group sessions and help develop behavior plans.
Attend and contribute to staff meetings.
Ensure safety in all environments, including during off-site activities.
Maintain professional boundaries and protect client confidentiality.
Collaborate with families to support treatment goals.
Welcome clients in crisis with empathy and professionalism.
Provide excellent customer service and assist with clerical tasks.