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In-Home Direct Support Professional Specialist

Orion Associates, Meridian Services, & Zenith Services·Long Prairie, Minnesota

$20 - $20/hr·Full Time·Part Time·Temporary·On Site·0-2 yrs·Posted 1 month ago
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About the role

Provide temporary support for individuals with mental health diagnoses or intellectual disabilities in group homes or private residences. Responsibilities include assisting with daily activities, medication administration, and facilitating community participation.

Job Title

  • In-Home and
  • Group
  • Home
  • Specialist
  • Direct
  • Support
  • Professional
  • Location:
  • Cities
  • Across
  • Northern
  • Minnesota (including but not limited to: Long Prairie,
  • Alexandria,
  • Burtrum,
  • Little
  • Falls,
  • Browerville,
  • Staples)
  • Schedule:
  • Monday-Friday with availability between the hours of 8:30a-7:30p based on the needs of those we serve. E/O weekend.

Wage

  • $20 per hour (including
  • Full-Time or
  • Part-Time benefits based on schedule)
  • Job
  • Summary: Provide temporary support when there is a staff opening due to vacations, leave of absences, new intakes, or resignations.
  • Work in our group home in
  • Long
  • Prairie and/or 1:1 with individuals in their own homes or their family’s home. Assist individuals with mental health diagnoses and/or intellectual disabilities.
  • Support daily activities, including: medication administration, personal cares, cleaning, meal preparation and planning Accompany individuals into the community to facilitate their participation in various activities. Follow specific behavior plans and program goals to enhance the quality of life for those served.
  • Required
  • Qualifications: To be at least 21 years of age Proficiency in spoken and written English communication Have a vehicle with current car insurance Have an acceptable driving record as determined by Meridian Services policy. Successful clearance from a DHS background Study Ability to lift and transfer persons Comfortable with providing personal cares to both males and females. Experience working with persons with intellectual disabilities or mental health diagnosis.
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Hiring organization

Orion Associates, Meridian Services, & Zenith Services

Orion Associates, Meridian Services, & Zenith Services is hiring in Long Prairie, Minnesota. It operates in medical practices. Team size: 201-500 employees. Headquarters: Golden Valley, Minnesota. This opening is listed as full_time, part_time, temporary.

Salary listed on 102 jobs
IndustryMedical Practices
Size201-500 employees
HQGolden Valley, Minnesota
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Requirements

Candidates must be at least 21 years old with a valid driver's license, insurance, and a clean driving record. Experience working with intellectual disabilities or mental health diagnoses and the ability to pass a DHS background study are required.

  • Communication
  • Medication Administration
  • Meal Preparation
  • Crisis Intervention
  • Community Integration
  • Patient Transfer
  • Personal Care
  • Behavior Plan Implementation

Benefits

  • Full-Time Benefits
  • Part-Time Benefits

Posting details

Employment type
Full Time, Part Time, Temporary
Work arrangement
On Site
Experience
0-2 yrs
Salary
$20 - $20/hr
Location
Long Prairie, Minnesota
Posted
Jun 4, 2026
Application
Employer website

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Market context

Behavioral health roles in Minnesota

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.

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