Direct Support Professional - Human Services Technician

Location: Kasson and West Concord, MN

Part-time, unlimited (permanent) positions available. Multiple shifts including days, rotating (day/evening combination), and overnights. Shift differential offered for hours between 6:00 pm and 6:00 am.

About the role

As a Direct Support Professional, you will be part of a team providing essential services to Minnesota’s most vulnerable residents. You will assist individuals with daily living activities, medical needs, and community engagement in a supportive and therapeutic environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist individuals with work, recreation, and activities of daily living as needed.
• Lift, move, or position non-ambulatory or ambulatory individuals.
• Administer medications and implement care instructions as directed.
• Respond to medical emergencies, including first aid and CPR.
• Transport and accompany individuals to medical appointments, community outings, recreational activities, and spiritual events.
• Respond therapeutically to individuals with challenging behaviors.

Requirements

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Current and valid driver’s license.
• Basic math and communication skills.
• Basic computer skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working effectively with individuals from diverse backgrounds and cultures.
• Dedication to ensuring cultural responsiveness.

Pay

$21.59 - $28.94 per hour.

Schedule

• Part-time, with shifts including days, evenings, overnights, and rotating schedules.
• Hours vary depending on program needs; may include weekends and holidays.

Benefits

• Paid vacation and sick leave.
• 12 paid holidays each year.
• Annual pay increases.
• Low-cost medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug plans.
• Fertility care, including IVF, and diabetes care.
• Dental and orthodontic care for adults and children.
• 6 weeks paid leave for parents of newborn or newly adopted children.
• Pension plan providing retirement income (after 3 years of service).
• Employer-paid life insurance.
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance.
• Tax-free expense accounts for health, dental, and dependent care.
• Resources supporting physical, emotional, social, and financial well-being.
• Training, classes, and professional development opportunities.
• Eligibility for the Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (for qualifying positions).
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for work/life support, including mental health, relationship challenges, grief, finances, and legal issues.
• Daily living/convenience services such as chore services, home repair, trip planning, and child/elder care.

Benefits eligibility varies based on employment type, agency, funding availability, union agreements, location, and length of service.