Direct Support Professional - Cottage Grove, MN, USA
1 day ago

Job description
Job Title:
Direct Support Professional
Location:
Cottage Grove, MN
Schedule:
Tues- Fri 9a-5p & E/O Weekend 7a-2p
Wage:
$22 per hour (including Full-Time or Part-Time benefits based on schedule)
Job Summary
As a Direct Support Professional (DSP), you will assist individuals in working toward their personal goals.
DSP staff support individuals with tasks such as meal preparation, community outings, personal hygiene, shopping, cleaning, attending appointments, and taking medication.
Staff should feel comfortable providing personal care, medical supports, and other daily supports to those they assist. Staff should feel comfortable responding to interfering behaviors.Essential Job Duties:
Work on tailored outcomes with each person in the home. Outcomes may include budgeting, behavioral management, community exploration, meal planning, organizational skills, coping skills, and/or physical fitness.
Be an active participant with individuals served when working on outcomes and out in the community.
Assist with personal cares as needed per person served.
Provide guidance and instructional teaching to persons while building life skills.
Provide cleaning, cooking and medication administration to the individuals living at the home.
Provide supervision and transportation in the community on activities and appointments. Typically, a company vehicle is available, but times may require use of own personal vehicle.
Preferred Experience:
At least 1 year supporting individuals with autism, intellectual disabilities, and/or mental health diagnosis
At least 1 year working with individuals with verbal and physical aggressions
At least 1 year implementing Emergency Use of Manuel Restraints (applicable at select programs)
Required Qualifications:
Staff must be at least 18 years of age to support Adult Programs
Staff must be 21 years of age or older to support Youth Programs
Proficient in spoken and written English language
Have a vehicle to use for work related purposes with current car insurance
Have an acceptable driving record as determined by Meridian Services policy
Have a Wi-Fi-enabled device for work related purposes
Successful clearance of a Department of Human Services (DHS) Background Study
Comfortable providing personal cares (including but not limited to: bathroom supports, bathing/showering, medication administration)
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