Direct Support Professional - Specialist

Are you passionate about helping people? So are we!

Whether you have a specific interest in human services, social work, or the non‑profit space – or you just want to make a difference, we've got the job for you.

Partnership Resources, Inc. is seeking a full‑time Direct Support Professional (DSP) to support adults with developmental and intellectual disabilities in our day program. DSPs are key advocates who foster joyful living by supporting individual choice, skill development and community exploration. This full‑time DSP – Specialist position is similar to being the lead teacher of a classroom, providing dedicated hands‑on support to an assigned caseload.

• Develop and implement activities that build life skills or offer social engagement through recreation, including BINGO, karaoke, music therapy, job readiness, math, reading, healthy living, art, and social skills.
• Accompany individuals on field trips and to volunteer sites, assisting people to explore and connect with their community in an inclusive way.
• Support a caseload of individuals – maintain communication with the person’s home or family, complete daily documentation and participate in care team meetings.
• Support individuals using person‑centered strategies in order to help people achieve goals and self‑advocate.

Pay: $17.50 - $18.50 per hour depending on experience.

Schedule:

Monday - Friday 8 AM - 4 PM (40 hours per week).

• Paid time off
• Paid holidays off
• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Retirement plan with employer match
• Free Life AD&D coverage
• Free Long‑Term Disability coverage
• Free Employee Assistance Program
• Qualifying employer for the federal Public Student Loan Forgiveness program

• No experience necessary. All training is provided. We are passionate about helping people explore a new career as a DSP, or provide a pathway to further opportunities.
• Multilingual candidates who speak Spanish, Hmong, Somali, Oromo or American Sign Language are encouraged to apply. Language skills help us coordinate services and support participation for individuals served.
• Must be able to pass a background check with the MN Department of Human Services.
• Must be authorized to work in the United States without a sponsor visa.
• Minimum age requirement is 18 years.
• Must be able to regularly push/pull/lift 21‑50 pounds.
• Ability to withstand 6 or more hours of standing or walking in an 8‑hour workday.
• Ability and willingness to assist individuals in activities of daily living including feeding, restroom assistance and other self‑help skills.
• Basic computer and technology skills. This position utilizes the computer daily, i.e. for lesson planning, report writing and documentation of goals & outcomes.
• This position does not require you to transport individuals.

Our vision is that every person with disabilities thrives in an inclusive community. Together with our community partners, we raise awareness, help shape opportunities, and ensure that people with disabilities have abundant choices within community life. Join us in our mission. Apply now!

Partnership Resources, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating a diverse workforce. We will not discriminate against any employee or applicant based upon any characteristic protected by law. We welcome and encourage people of all life experiences to apply.

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