PossAbilities of Southern Minnesota

Direct Support Professional (Full-time and Part-time)

Other in Rochester, MN - Entry Level - $18.00 - $0.00 / hr

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.

“I love that I come in every single day not feeling like I’m going to work,
but feeling like I'm going to have fun with my friends. I love that I feel
like I’m making a difference in somebody’s life every single day.” –Aly


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

  • High School Diploma/GED or certification in Human Services or field related work
  • Successful completion of the Department of Human Services Background Study
  • Valid driver’s license and if required, successful completion of a driving record check and proof of automobile insurance
  • Able to adapt to and respect each individual’s needs and preferences
  • Able to lift 30 pounds
  • 16-year-olds may apply to our Individualized Home Supports and Respite program without a diploma
  • Full COVID-19 vaccination required*


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.

*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.