Partnership Resources, Inc.
Direct Support Professional - Specialist
Partnership Resources, Inc., Saint Louis Park, Minnesota, United States
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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.
As a DSP - Specialist, you will:
Develop and implement activities that build life skills or offer social engagement through recreation. We do everything! BINGO, karaoke, music therapy, job readiness, math, reading, healthy living, art and social skills are just a few examples
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 – maintaining communication with the person’s home or family, completing daily documentation and participating in care team meetings
Support individuals using person‑centered strategies in order to help people achieve goals and self‑advocate
Schedule: Monday - Friday 8 AM - 4 PM (40 hours per week)
Benefits included:
Paid time off
Paid holidays off
Medical 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
Requirements:
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 to 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.
Learn more at www.partnershipresources.org
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Current job opportunities are posted here as they become available.
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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.
As a DSP - Specialist, you will:
Develop and implement activities that build life skills or offer social engagement through recreation. We do everything! BINGO, karaoke, music therapy, job readiness, math, reading, healthy living, art and social skills are just a few examples
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 – maintaining communication with the person’s home or family, completing daily documentation and participating in care team meetings
Support individuals using person‑centered strategies in order to help people achieve goals and self‑advocate
Schedule: Monday - Friday 8 AM - 4 PM (40 hours per week)
Benefits included:
Paid time off
Paid holidays off
Medical 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
Requirements:
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 to 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.
Learn more at www.partnershipresources.org
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