Direct Support Professional-$1000 Hiring Bonus

Lutheran Social Service of Minnesota•Maplewood, MN

2d•Onsite

About The Position

As a Direct Support Professional (DSP) at LSS, you support people with identified needs as they pursue their hopes, dreams, and goals through person-centered care. The position pays $16.00 per hour, with an opportunity to increase to $16.50 per hour after six months of consistent employment. A $1,000 hiring bonus is offered to eligible hires. Listed shifts are W 4–8, Th 3–9, S/S 10–10, W 4–8 S/S 8–4, Th/F 4–10, and W/Th/F 4–10. The role is based in a residential group home setting supporting up to four people. You will provide individualized daily support, encourage community involvement and independent living, advocate for the people served, monitor well-being, complete documentation, and participate in training and team meetings. LSS describes the team as collaborative and mission-driven, with a focus on dignity, respect, and inclusion. All team members have access to childcare assistance, discounts on events and services, a team member assistance program, financial counseling, a wellness program, and UKG Wallet, which provides access to payroll dollars before payday. Team members working 30 or more hours per week have access to medical, dental, life, and vision coverage, a 403(b) plan with a match, and other ancillary plans. LSS also offers paid holidays and float days through its PTO plan, paid training, and opportunities to grow within its 20-plus services.

Requirements

A genuine interest in helping others and supporting people with identified needs through person-centered care.
No prior experience or formal education is required; training and support are provided.
Comfort with basic computer use for documenting care and communicating with the team.
Ability to read and write in English.
Valid driver’s license and a safe driving record; must be able to pass a Motor Vehicle Check.
Must be able to pass a DHS background check.
To qualify for the hiring bonus: work at least 40% FTE, remain current on all trainings, maintain employment in good standing, and work all scheduled shifts.

Responsibilities

Build meaningful relationships and provide guidance, encouragement, and support.
Assist with daily living activities, including personal care, hygiene, meals, household support and cleaning, and transportation.
Support community involvement, social connections, and independent living skills.
Advocate for the rights, needs, and preferences of people with identified needs.
Monitor health and well-being and report changes as needed.
Complete required documentation.
Participate in training and team meetings.

Benefits

Childcare assistance.
Discounts on events and services.
Team member assistance program.
Financial counseling.
Wellness program.
UKG Wallet access to payroll dollars before payday.
Medical, dental, life, and vision coverage for team members working 30 or more hours per week.
403(b) plan with a match for team members working 30 or more hours per week.
Other ancillary plans for team members working 30 or more hours per week.
PTO plan that includes paid holidays and float days.
Paid training during orientation and throughout employment.
Career growth opportunities across more than 20 LSS services.
$1,000 hiring bonus for eligible hires.