Direct Support Professional - on call

Nexus Family Healing•Rochester, MN

18d•$21•Onsite

About The Position

Nexus Family Healing is actively hiring mental health Direct Support Professionals for the Southeast Regional Crisis Center (SERCC) in Rochester, MN! In this role, you will support and reinforce the therapeutic treatment plan of clients by providing guidance, assistance, and direction to clients in their daily living activities and scheduled therapeutic activities. This is an exciting opportunity for an individual who is passionate about mission-driven work while aligning communities and regional partners to provide the right kind of care for individuals experiencing mental health crises across southeast Minnesota. At Nexus Family Healing, we embrace diversity, promote equity, and foster inclusion. As a national mental health organization, we serve a diverse group of youth and families, and we strive for our workforce to support and represent that diversity. Schedule & Pay: 1st shift: 7am-3:30pm; 2nd shift: 3pm-11:30pm; 3rd shift: 11pm-7:30am $21.00 per hour On-call schedule: scheduled for 2 full shifts a month, ability to pick up more! Onsite in Rochester, MN Nexus’ Comprehensive Benefits Include: PTO accrual Tuition assistance and training opportunities Advancement pathways and internal promotion And much more! Position Summary: The Direct Support Professional is responsible for establishing, implementing, and reinforcing the therapeutic treatment plan of clients by providing guidance, assistance, and direction to clients in their daily living activities and scheduled therapeutic activities.

Requirements

Qualified candidates are required to meet the Mental Health Practitioner criteria as defined in MN Statutes section 245.462, subdivision 17 located at https://www.revisor.mn.gov/statutes/cite/245.462
Minimum 21 years of age
Valid driver’s license required. Must meet state regulating agency and Home Office driving requirements

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s Degree preferred (human services)

Responsibilities

Support clients in following daily schedules, including therapy and appointments
Encourage personal hygiene and clean living spaces
Act as a positive role model, showing respect, empathy, and professionalism
Promote inclusivity and respect for all backgrounds and identities
Stay informed about each client’s treatment phase and adapt interactions accordingly
Use therapeutic techniques within boundaries and document interventions
Report concerns like 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 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