Direct Support Professional - Full Time
Company: Meridian Services
Location: Minneapolis
Posted on: April 1, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Title: Direct Support Professional Location: Plymouth, MN
Schedule: Wed 1p-9p, Thurs 2p-10p, Fri 1p-8p & E/O Weekend 8a-10p
Wage: $23.00 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)
Keywords: Meridian Services, Saint Cloud , Direct Support Professional - Full Time, Social Services , Minneapolis, Minnesota
