In-Home Direct Support Professional

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!

Company Benefits and Perks:

• 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

Job Title: In-Home Service Direct Support Professional
Location: Schedules are built based on your availability and location. We have schedule possibilities in the following areas: 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: $18.00 - $20.00 per hour(including Paid Training and Mileage Reimbursement)

Job Summary
Meridian Services' In Home Services Department offers supports to individuals with intellectual disabilities, autism, and/or mental health diagnosis in their private homes and communities. These supports can include building independent living skills including but not limited to: grocery shopping, managing mail, working on personal goals, and basic housekeeping skills like cooking and laundry. Schedules are built based on your availability and location. You will work 1:1 with individuals in their homes – individual shifts can last from 2-6 hours, and you may work with 1-3 people per day. Our team will work with you to find a schedule that works!

Essential Job Duties:

• Assist with basic household management tasks such as cleaning, organizing mail, and cooking.
• Work on tailored outcomes including but not limited to: meal planning and cooking, household management, community exploration, organizational skills, and physical fitness.
• Be an active participant with individuals served when working on outcomes and out in the community.
• Provide guidance and instructional teaching to persons while building life skills.
• Provide supervision and transportation in the community on activities and appointments.
• Use your personal vehicle when needed for travel between person's served and activities. Mileage is reimbursed.

Required Qualifications:

• Staff must be at least 18 years of age (select positions require staff be 21 due to licensing)
• Proficient in spoken and written English language
• Have a vehicle to use for work related purposes with current car insurance. Mileage is reimbursed.
• Have an acceptable driving record as determined by Meridian Services policy
• Successful clearance of a Department of Human Services (DHS) Background Study
• Comfortable with all listed Essential Job Duties (see above).

Meridian Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified candidates are encouraged to apply.

Salary : $18 - $20