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In-Home Direct Support Professional

Orion Associates, Meridian Services, & Zenith Services

#Personal Care #Intellectual Disabilities #Direct Support Professional #Life Skills #DSP #Mental Illness #Community Outings #Physical Disabilities

Quick overview

Assist individuals with mental illness or disabilities in their homes with daily tasks and personal goals. Provide essential supports including personal care, medication administration, and community integration.

Requirements summary

Candidates must be at least 18 or 21 depending on the program, possess a valid driver's license and vehicle, and pass a DHS background study. Proficiency in English and access to a Wi-Fi-enabled device are required.

CleaningCookingMedication AdministrationBudgetingMeal PreparationTransportationPatient SupervisionBehavioral ManagementPersonal Hygiene CareCommunity ExplorationLife Skills TeachingCoping Skills Support

Job description

Meridian Services offers person-centered supports and cares to individuals with mental illness, intellectual disabilities, and physical disabilities across a diverse range of settings.
These include Residential Services, In-Home Services, and Case Management Services.
Today, we have 30 group homes, 150 In-Home person served, and over 100 Case Managers across the state of Minnesota.
Our mission is to provide services of the finest quality so that those we serve will be able to achieve their goals!
Job Title: In-Home Services Direct Support Professional Location: Areas across Central MN (including but not limited to: Buffalo, Maple Lake, Elk River, Big Lake, Anoka, Andover, Champlin, Maple Grove, Fridley, Blaine, Spring Lake Park, Plymouth) Schedule: Variety of Part-Time and Full-Time schedules available on weekdays and weekends Wage: $18-20 per hour (including Full-Time or Part-Time benefits based on schedule) Job Summary: As an In-Home Direct Support Professional (DSP), you will assist individuals in their personal residence or family home 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.
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.
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 Preferred Qualification: Comfortable providing personal cares (including but not limited to: bathroom supports, bathing/showering, medication administration Meridian Services Company Benefits and Perks Include: Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance offered Paid Time Off Paid Training 401K plan with employer matching after 1 year Company-Provided Life and Short Team Disability Insurance Supplemental Insurance and Pet Insurance offered Growth and Management Opportunities!
Employee of the month recognition and gift card Meridian Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Qualified candidates are encouraged to Apply Today!

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