Direct Support Professional Float | Mankato, MN

Direct Support Professional Float | Mankato, MN

Join to apply for the Direct Support Professional Float | Mankato, MN role at Harry Meyering Center, Inc.

We provide assistance, support, and encouragement to people with developmental and intellectual disabilities served by HMC. The DSPF role requires high flexibility to cover shifts as needed in individuals' homes and the community, including awake-night or partial-sleep positions.

• Provide supervision and assistance to individuals with genuine respect while maintaining professional boundaries.
• Work up to 40 hours weekly, with on‑call availability up to 5 days per week.
• Cover shifts at any program location, including weekends and overnights.
• Assist individuals with daily activities, meal preparation, and personal hygiene.
• Encourage participation in leisure activities and promote a healthy lifestyle.
• Provide medical support including medication administration and attending medical appointments.
• Maintain cleanliness of homes/apartments and ensure safe environments.
• Complete required documentation and maintain HIPAA compliance.
• Follow health and safety policies and procedures.
• Pursue professional growth and development.
• Attend staff meetings and complete required training.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Full‑time, varying shifts with on‑call schedule. Base wage $22.00 per hour for the first hours after training; $24.00 per hour after completion of training; shift differentials and an additional $25 per day stipend for on‑call availability. Eligible for a $1,000 retention bonus.

• Paid training.
• Flexible scheduling.
• Competitive pay and benefits for full‑time employees.
• Overtime pay and site‑specific differential pay.
• Referral bonus available.
• Opportunity to help people live their best lives.

• Minimum 18 years old with high school diploma or GED.
• Prior experience as a CNA, PCA, caregiver, DSP, or similar healthcare professional preferred (minimum 6 months to 1 year).
• Valid U.S. driver’s license and pass a driving record check.
• Must be detail‑oriented, self‑motivated, and able to cover shifts at any location after training.
• Strong verbal and written communication in English.
• Basic knowledge of technology (Microsoft Office). Willing to learn daily charting tools.
• Positive attitude, strong advocacy skills, and ability to work both independently and with a team.
• Must pass the Minnesota Department of Human Services Background Study.

If you have any questions about this opportunity, please email (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). or call (507) 387‑8281.

Harry Meyering Center, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the policy of HMC to afford equal opportunity regardless of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, marital status, mental or physical disability, sexual orientation, status with regard to public assistance, or any other characteristic protected by law. This policy applies to all aspects of the application process and employment relationship including hiring, promotion, transfer, demotion, termination, discipline, benefits, and other terms and conditions of employment.