Awake Overnight Direct Support Professional - Full Time
Company: Meridian Services
Location: Cottage Grove
Posted on: April 1, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Title: Direct Support ProfessionalLocation: Cottage Grove,
MNSchedule: 7 on 7 off Wednesday-Tuesday 9p-8aWage: $21.00 per hour
(including Full-Time or Part-Time benefits based on schedule)Job
SummaryAs a Direct Support Professional (DSP), you will assist
individuals in working toward their personal goals. DSP staff
support individuals with tasks such as meal preparation, community
outings, personal hygiene, shopping, cleaning, attending
appointments, and taking medication. Staff should feel comfortable
providing personal care, medical supports, and other daily supports
to those they assist. Staff should feel comfortable responding to
interfering behaviors. Essential Job Duties:Work on tailored
outcomes with each person in the home. Outcomes may include
budgeting, behavioral management, community exploration, meal
planning, organizational skills, coping skills, and/or physical
fitness.Be an active participant with individuals served when
working on outcomes and out in the community.Assist with personal
cares as needed per person served.Provide guidance and
instructional teaching to persons while building life
skills.Provide cleaning, cooking and medication administration to
the individuals living at the home.Provide supervision and
transportation in the community on activities and appointments.
Typically, a company vehicle is available, but times may require
use of own personal vehicle.Preferred Experience:At least 1 year
supporting individuals with autism, intellectual disabilities,
and/or mental health diagnosisAt least 1 year working with
individuals with verbal and physical aggressionsAt least 1 year
implementing Emergency Use of Manuel Restraints (applicable at
select programs)Required Qualifications: Staff must be at least 18
years of age to support Adult ProgramsStaff must be 21 years of age
or older to support Youth ProgramsProficient in spoken and written
English languageHave a vehicle to use for work related purposes
with current car insuranceHave an acceptable driving record as
determined by Meridian Services policyHave a Wi-Fi-enabled device
for work related purposesSuccessful clearance of a Department of
Human Services (DHS) Background StudyComfortable providing personal
cares (including but not limited to: bathroom supports,
bathing/showering, medication administration)
Keywords: Meridian Services, Saint Louis Park , Awake Overnight Direct Support Professional - Full Time, Social Services , Cottage Grove, Minnesota
