Direct Support Professional (DSP) - Cottage 1
Mt Olivet Rolling Acres·Victoria, Minnesota
Mt Olivet Rolling Acres·Victoria, Minnesota
Provide direct support to clients with developmental disabilities by assisting with daily living activities, personal care, and program implementation. Ensure client safety and well-being while managing household maintenance and facilitating community integration.
Direct Support Professionals (DSP) assist clients with all the activities of daily living, personal cares, and program implementation. Responsible for the daily well-being and safety of the clients, while ensuring adequate supervision. Assist with household maintenance and housekeeping and is responsible for various tasks to support the home.
Mount Olivet Rolling Acres - MORA – is a diverse and inclusive nonprofit that has supported adults, seniors and children with developmental disabilities, behavioral health needs as well as age-related and chronic medical conditions for over 50 years in the Twin Cities metro.
Adult Day Services, Contracted Case Management, Community Supports, over 30 Residential Homes, Respite, Therapeutic Recreation, Training for Guardians & Families, and a Discover Summer Daytime Programming for Youth with Disabilities. Our Metro Crisis Coordination Program (MCCP) offers a safety net of crucial and cost-effective services for adults and children.
Schedules: Days 7am-3pm, Evenings 2pm-10pm, Rotating Weekends
$18.50 per hour + $1.00 Hour Site Differential Weekend differential +$2.00 hour for hours between Fri 10pm and Sun 10pm Overnight differential +$1.00 hour for hours between 10pm and 6am ($12.13 per hour sleep hours only when assigned)
$1,500 Retention Bonus for full-time staff & $750 for part-time staff. Paid over 1 year.
Assists clients with daily cares, medical needs and supports, ADLs and mental health supports. Assists individuals with a daily routine, providing opportunities for choice and presenting creative options as needed. The daily routine includes, but is not limited to: hygiene, domestic tasks, leisure time usage, grooming, socializing, budgeting, money usage, safety and health, studying, homework completion if applicable, and participating as a member of the community. Plan and implement recreation, leisure and community activities. Drives to/from and accompanies client/s at appointments and community activities using a company vehicle during all hours of operation. Assists individuals supported in establishing and maintaining community relationships and facilitating friendships. Demonstrates an understanding of the person as a unique individual and how to implement programs in accordance with the Coordinated Service and Support Plan (CSSP), Coordinated Service and Support Plan Addendum (CSSP-A), and Individual Abuse Prevention Plan. Provides person-centered services demonstrated through practice, action, and language. Maintains a working knowledge of person(s) history, skills, areas of vulnerabilities, habilitation plans, and emergency procedures. Participates in the support team process; assists with developing, and implementing goals. Maintains and performs proper administration and documentation of all prescribed medication, treatments, diets, and/or exams, or as otherwise directed by the CSSP and CSSP-A. Maintains confidentiality in accordance with HIPPA and MORA policies and procedures. Prepare meals following planned menu for clients in the home and complete weekly food ordering as needed and/or scheduled. Assists with daily housekeeping and household maintenance. Completes house quality improvement assessments and addresses identified issues as needed. Ensures adequate supervision of clients, including remaining on shift until a replacement employee arrives. Works harmoniously with and shows respect to all internal and external individuals. Communicates effectively with others at work verbally and in writing, using the primary spoken language of clients in the home. Completes all mandatory training either determined by MORA or 245D regulations. Reads and follows company policies and procedures. Remains awake at all times unless working an assigned sleeping shift. Documents program data and daily log information accurately and in a timely fashion. Collaborates with the team to complete other duties as assigned or as needed. Desired Qualifications: At least 1 year of experience with clients with intellectual/developmental disabilities Interest in supporting clients with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities, and/or mental health needs
Must pass Department of Human Services background check and maintain qualified status Must not be excluded from working in government health programs by the Office of Inspector General Must be able to successfully complete company’s physical job demands document. Must have a valid current driver’s license and must have vehicle insurance as required by state law Successful completion of Medication Administration class with a score of 80% or greater, regularly passes medications using correct procedure without error Ability to use the computer and do so in alignment with client needs and company procedures
Full time employees receive a comprehensive and competitive benefit package, including: Medical insurance with company sponsored health reimbursement account and health savings account Dental insurance Life insurance; employee, spouse, and children’s coverage options Long-term disability Flexible spending; medical and dependent care 403B retirement plans that match after 1 years of employment Paid time off up to three weeks annually which increases after the first year of employment Opportunity for usage of our private vacation property west of Duluth (McGregor, MN) Awards for outstanding employee performance and promotion opportunities Generous tuition reimbursement and scholarship opportunities! Many opportunities for advancement. Mount Olivet Rolling Acres promotes from within Cherishing the big-hearted heritage of our beginnings, we actively advocate for equity and inclusion for the individuals we serve and for our employees. Healthy. Happy. Human. Join us.
MORAcares.org/careers/
Mount Olivet Rolling Acres is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer.
Mount Olivet Rolling Acres 7200 Rolling Acres Road Victoria, MN 55386 Our Services Careers About Us www.moracares.org 952-474-5974
Requires a valid driver's license, vehicle insurance, and the ability to pass a DHS background check. Candidates must successfully complete a Medication Administration class and are preferred to have at least one year of experience with IDD clients.
Market context
Behavioral health openings in Minnesota often reflect steady demand in community, residential, and outpatient settings, especially for candidates who can meet licensing, safety, and transportation requirements. These roles can be competitive because employers look for reliability, CPR/First Aid certification, a valid Minnesota driver’s license, and a clean DHS background check. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then confirm your certifications and driving record before applying.
