Lead Direct Support Professional

Job Title: Supported Employment Services Lead Direct Support Professional

Location: Hopkins, MN and other areas across the Twin Cities Metro area

Schedule: 8:30AM-4:30PM M-F Some weekends as scheduled

Wage: $22.00

Job Summary:

As a Supported Employment Services Direct Support Professional, you will assist individuals with autism, intellectual disabilities, interfering behaviors, and/or medical complexities at their jobs within the community.

Staff may be working 1:1 with a person or within a group based on the job site in the community. 

Essential Job Duties:


* Personal cares including bathroom supports and medication administration


* Accompanying individuals into the community to participate in a variety of activities


* Facilitating personal choice and promoting self-advocacy


* Helping others understand the individual’s capabilities


* Following specific behavior plans and program goals


* Working to improve the quality of life for those we serve

Required Qualifications:


* Must be at least 18 years old


* Proficiency in spoken and written English language


* Comfortable with personal cares for males and females


* Must be comfortable driving large passenger vehicle


* Have a vehicle with current car insurance


* Have an acceptable driving record as determined by Meridian Services policy.


* Successful clearance from a DHS Background Study

Preferred Experience:


* Experience supporting individuals with autism, intellectual disabilities, and/or mental health diagnosis


* Experience working with individuals with verbal and physical aggressions