Direct Support Professional; DSP Austin

Role Summary

Cardinal of Minnesota creates an environment where meaningful careers flourish alongside exceptional client care. Cardinal has built its reputation on a simple yet powerful principle: when employees thrive, clients receive the best service possible.

Wage scales starting at $18/hour for all awake hours and potential up to $1,000 Retention Bonus for select sites! All DSP positions require an e/o weekend rotation.

Become an Agent of Change! Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) support individuals with disabilities to live an independent and inclusive life. Cardinal offers flexibility – Full‑time, part‑time, or every other weekend – perfect for students or individuals seeking additional income. We also have an In‑home department with flexible hours during the week and opportunities to have weekends off. We find creative, flexible work schedules that meet your unique needs.

As a Direct Support Professional (DSP) you will ensure that the daily needs of each client are met through teaching, counseling, advising, and providing a positive role model in a manner that enables the greatest degree of independence possible in their activities of daily living.

• Have a sense of humor and enjoy having fun at work.
• Are passionate about your work and motivated to make a difference.
• Are 18 years of age or older and able to pass a MN Criminal Background Screen; valid Driver’s License and acceptable motor vehicle record.
• Have the ability to follow a recipe and cook homestyle meals.
• Will provide personal care for all clients which may include assistance with oral care, toileting, bathing, and feeding.
• Have the ability to walk, squat, stoop/bend, kneel, climb stairs, be able to lift at least 50 pounds, push and pull against potential resistance.
• Due to safety and regulatory requirements, and the need to communicate and supervise our clients, an applicant must have adequate vision, reading, writing, and documentation skills and comprehension of the English language and possess adequate computer skills; ability to perform the essential functions of the role.
• Demonstrate commitment to the mission and core values of COM, and have the ability to actively participate in a team approach atmosphere.

• Competitive starting wages.
• Vacation and sick time.
• Full‑time benefit eligible employees are offered medical plans through an ICHRA (Individual Coverage Health Reimbursement Arrangement) and ancillary benefits that include dental, vision, LTD, accident, hospital indemnity, critical illness, voluntary term life insurance, and ER paid term life insurance.
• Wellness Reimbursement Program.
• 22% Verizon Discount.
• 401(k) with a generous company match.
• Clear career path with our Career Development plans which lead to greater opportunities for advancement.
• Company outings and events.
• FUN and rewarding work environment.

Cardinal of Minnesota is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. All employment decisions are based on job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion or belief, or any other protected status. All applicants over the age of 18 are encouraged to apply.