Make a difference every day as a Direct Support Professional

PossAbilities is the premier organization serving people with developmental disabilities in Southeastern Minnesota. We provide day services focused on person-centered supports in our center and home-based programs. Our leaders and staff members create opportunities to promote independence and so all can contribute and connect with community.

Job Summary – Find your purpose and passion

A Direct Support Professional (DSP) mentors and supports individuals with a variety of disabilities in daily living activities, essential life skills and community engagement experiences. You have the flexibility to work part time or full time. Starting wage is $18 per hour, based on experience. Typical working hours are Monday-Friday, 7:30am – 3:30pm.

Amazing Benefits – We care about your well-being

• 100% paid Medical insurance premiums for full-time employees; spouse 81%; family 72%
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Short-term disability and long-term disability
• Company paid life insurance for full-time employees
• 403(b) retirement plan with a 3% employer match following the first year of employment
• 4 weeks of Paid Time Off (PTO) annually
• 7 paid holidays and 1 floating holiday

Job Responsibilities – Be part of an extraordinary supportive community

• Enjoy working as part of a team and independently to provide innovative, person-centered supports and services geared to each individual’s goals
• Perform personal care tasks, including assistance with basic hygiene, grooming, feeding, movement, toileting and health-related tasks
• Learn how to document services provided, such as daily activities, Individual Abuse Prevention plans, Individual Program plans and assessments
• Other reasonable, related duties as assigned by the supervisor or other management staff

Job Requirements – We set you up for success with hands-on training

• Must be able to successfully complete a Department of Human Services Background Study
• Ability to adapt to and respect each individuals needs and preferences
• Must possess adequate communication skills to facilitate accurate, effective, and timely communication with clients, supervisors, family members, and coworkers
• Valid driver’s license, successful completion of a driving record check, and proof of automobile insurance
• Must be able to lift 30 pounds
• Full COVID-19 vaccination required*

• As a condition of employment at PossAbilities, staff are required to be fully vaccinated from COVID-19. Employees are considered fully vaccinated two weeks after completing primary vaccination with a COVID-19 vaccine, unless you are legally entitled to a reasonable accommodation because of a medical reason, or conflict with a sincerely held religious belief. Accommodations will be considered on a case by case basis. However, in no event will an exemption be granted in circumstances where it would cause PossAbilities undue hardship or pose a direct threat to the health and safety of others. Undue hardship and a direct threat to the health and safety of others can include the risk of spreading COVID-19 to others including fellow PossAbilities employees, clients, customers, or their families.

PossAbilities is an AA/EEO employer, and considers all applicants without regard to race, marital status, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability or any other characteristic protected by law.