Direct Support Professional - Part Time
Company: Meridian Services
Location: Champlin
Posted on: April 1, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Title: Direct Support Professional Location: Champlin, MN
Schedule: E/O weekend 4p-10p Wage: $24 per hour on weekdays; $26.50
per hour on weekends (including Full-Time or Part-Time benefits
based on schedule) Job Summary As a Direct Support Professional
(DSP) in our Crisis program, staff must be comfortable responding
to interfering behaviors and implementing physical intervention
techniques daily. In addition to responding to interfering
behaviors daily, staff will also assist individuals in working
toward their personal goals. DSP staff support our persons served
with tasks such as self care, community outings, homework,
shopping, cleaning, attending appointments, and taking medication.
Staff should feel comfortable providing personal care, medical
supports, and other daily personal cares and supports to those they
assist. Please note, all staff will be cross trained at 1-2 other
programs for training purposes. Essential Job Duties: Respond to
interfering behaviors including verbal and physical aggressions.
Implement physical intervention techniques including Emergency Use
of Manuel Restraints (when permitted and required). Work on
tailored outcomes with each person in the home. Outcomes may
include 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 Experience: At least 2 years
working with interfering behaviors including verbal and physical
aggressions. At least 2 years implementing physical interventions
including Emergency Use of Manuel Restraints (when permitted and
required). At least 2 years supporting individuals with autism,
intellectual disabilities, and/or mental health diagnosis. At least
2 years providing personal cares (including but not limited to:
bathroom supports, bathing/showering, medication administration,
etc.) Required Qualifications: Staff must be 21 years of age or
older to support Youth and Crisis 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.
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