Direct Support Professional (DSP)

Now Hiring: Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) - Part-Time and Full-Time Available
Location: Saint Cloud, MN
Shifts Available:

• Overnight Shift Awake (11pm-7am)
• Weekend Availability Needed

Pay: $21-24.50 per hour

Anthurium Human Services has corporate foster care homes in Saint Cloud and is looking to hire Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) to support youth with high behavioral needs. This is an opportunity to be part of a committed, trauma-informed team helping shape a highly structured, therapeutic environment from the ground up.

We offer intensive and ongoing training, tailored to equip you with the tools and confidence to provide high-quality, person-centered support. This includes support with crisis prevention, de-escalation, and behavior intervention.

Ideal candidates are comfortable with emergency use of manual restraint, and preferably bring experience in crisis management, de-escalation, and working with children or adolescents who have high behavioral needs.

Position Summary:

As a DSP, you will provide daily supervision, emotional support, and guidance to youth in care. You will model healthy behavior, promote emotional regulation, implement behavior plans, and assist with daily routines and activities in a safe, structured home setting.

You’ll be expected to:

• Respond to behavioral escalations with a calm, therapeutic approach
• Maintain accurate documentation and communication
• Support trauma-informed interventions and emotional development
• Work collaboratively with team members, clinicians, and supervisors

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or GED (Post-secondary coursework in social work, psychology, or related field a plus)
• Valid Driver’s License, proof of insurance, and reliable transportation
• Clear DHS background check
• At least be 21 years old
• Must be physically able to assist in emergency interventions, including lifting, bending, and safely performing manual restraints
• Ability to complete required training (First Aid, Medication Administration, Crisis Intervention, etc.)

Preferred Experience:

• Prior work with youth with developmental disabilities, mental health diagnoses, or trauma history
• Experience with emergency interventions and behavior management
• Strong understanding of trauma-informed care and positive behavior supports

Benefits:

• Paid orientation and intensive training
• Mileage reimbursement
• Referral bonus program
• Opportunities for advancement
• Supportive and mission-driven team environment

Work Location: On-site in Saint Cloud, MN
Job Type: Part-Time or Full-Time

If you are ready to make a meaningful impact and are passionate about working with youth who need consistent, therapeutic care—we want to hear from you.

Pay: $21.00 - $24.50 per hour

Benefits:

• Mileage reimbursement
• Paid orientation
• Referral program

Application Question(s):

• Can you work weekends?
• Candidates need to be at least 21 years of age or older to work this position - are you at least 21 years old?

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Required)

Shift availability:

• Overnight Shift (Preferred)
• Night Shift (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

• Saint Cloud, MN 56303 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Saint Cloud, MN 56303: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $21 - $25