Direct Support Professional - Coverage Specialist
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About the job
Job Title: Direct Support Professional Specialist
Location: Twin Cities Area including North Metro including Maple Lake/Buffalo area and South Metro including Cottage Grove area.
Schedule: 35-40 hours/week. Specialists should be available Monday-Friday flex 4 days a week between 6am-10pm and every other weekend between 6am-10pm for scheduling purposes. Schedules will be completed on a weekly basis and are subject to change based on needs of programs.
Wage: $25 hourly including Full Time Benefits
Job Summary: As a Specialist, you will support our people served with daily activities that include working on outcomes designed for each person served at a variety of residential group homes. Outcomes are designed to increase independence in skills. These may include learning more about community resources, finding hobbies, working on personal cares, and meal preparations/planning or budgeting. We tailor our services to each person and their needs and wishes. Additionally, as a Specialist, the position entails medication administration, cooking, cleaning, and personal cares for persons served.
Required Experience:
This position requires 2 years of experience with mental health diagnosis and intellectual disabilities, and experience with high behaviors including verbal and physical aggressions.
Required Qualifications
21 years of age or older
Proficient in spoken and written English language
Comfortable providing personal cares (including but not limited to: bathroom supports, bathing/showering, medication administration)
Successful clearance of Department of Human Services background check
Successful clearance of Motor Vehicle Background Check and acceptable driving record per Company Policy
Preferred Experience:
At least 2 years supporting individuals with autism, intellectual disabilities, and/or mental health diagnosis
At least 2 years working with individuals with verbal and physical aggressions
Experience implementing Emergency Use of Manuel Restraints (applicable at select programs)
From Orion Associates's job posting, checked 5 Nov 2026. The employer's own page is the final word on requirements and availability.
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Orion Associates hires caregivers, mental health staff and front-office staff in Golden Valley, Cottage Grove and other towns in Minnesota.
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