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Direct Support Professional - Oakdale

PAI
Oakdale, MN Full Time
POSTED ON 7/8/2026 CLOSED ON 8/4/2026

What are the responsibilities and job description for the Direct Support Professional - Oakdale position at PAI?

$19.50 hourly $1000 Sign-On Bonus for all FT DSPs

Consistent schedule: Mon-Fri 8:00-4:00; 40 hours per week.

Are you ready to make an impact on the lives of others? Join us at PAI in Oakdale for a fun and rewarding opportunity! As a Direct Support Professional with us, you'll have the chance to make a real impact on the lives of individuals in our community. Your dedication and compassion will help us continue to provide excellent care and support to those who need it most.

As a Day Program, we offer consistent day hours Monday through Friday. No need to work evenings, overnights or weekends!

You can also get great benefits such as Medical, Dental, Retirement Account, Life Insurance, Health Savings Account, and a generous Paid Time Off package. Plus, with a competitive hourly pay, you'll be able to grow both personally and professionally while making a difference right here in Oakdale. Apply now and be a part of our dynamic team at PAI!

Make a difference as a Direct Support Professional

At PAI, as a Direct Support Professional (DSP), you'll be the friendly face that greets our participants each morning, setting the tone for a day filled with exciting activities and meaningful interactions. From music therapy to arts and crafts, cooking lessons to outings in the community, you'll have the opportunity to engage our participants in a variety of fun and enriching experiences. While assisting with personal care routines is a crucial part of the role, it's the care and compassion you bring to each interaction that truly makes a difference in the lives of our participants. Join us at PAI be a part of a team that helps individuals live each day with dignity and joy!

WORK SCHEDULE

Schedule is 8:00-4:00, Monday through Friday. 40 hours per week, with all full-time benefits.

Does this sound like you?

To excel as a Direct Support Professional at PAI, a caring and empathetic nature is key. You should be a great listener, patient, and ready to lend a helping hand whenever needed. While experience in direct care is a bonus, it's not a must-have - we're looking for individuals who are eager to learn and grow in this role.

If you have a positive attitude and a genuine passion for making a difference in the lives of others, we'd love to have you on board at PAI in Oakdale!

Knowledge and skills required for the position are:

  • Must have experience in direct care
  • Experience with curriculum planning preferred 
  • Must be 18 years old with HS diploma or GED.

Join our team today!

We've streamlined the application process so it should only take a few minutes to apply and you could be working in a 1-2 weeks!

About PAI

For over 30 years, PAI has helped individuals with disabilities live with purpose, dignity and joy. PAI offers a Day Program that provides life skills enrichment, vocational training and meaningful social connections for our participants living with disabilities.

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