Direct Support Professional (DSP) 1 Job at American Baptist Homes of the Midwest, Albert Lea, MN

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  • American Baptist Homes of the Midwest
  • Albert Lea, MN

Job Description

Direct Support Professional (DSP) | Flexible Scheduling | Faith-Based Nonprofit | $15.00/hr + sign-on bonus!

Looking for a career where you can truly make a difference?

Join Crest Services as a Direct Support Professional (DSP) and help individuals with developmental disabilities, mental health conditions, and traumatic brain injuries live meaningful, independent lives.

For more than 50 years, Crest Services has been a faith-based, nonprofit organization dedicated to providing compassionate, person-centered care in welcoming group home settings throughout Minnesota and Iowa. Our team is known for its supportive culture, meaningful work, and commitment to helping both residents and employees thrive.  In our most recent employee engagement survey, team members rated Crest Services as highly engaged, with the majority saying it's a great place to work.

If you're compassionate, dependable, and looking for a workplace where you'll feel valued every day, we'd love to meet you.

Why You'll Love Working at Crest Services

  • Competitive starting pay of $15.00 per hour
  • Sign-on bonus!
  • Flexible scheduling with part-time opportunities available
  • 8-12 hour shifts with every other weekend
  • We work with your schedule whenever possible to support work-life balance
  • Supportive, team-focused culture where employees genuinely enjoy coming to work
  • Paid training—no healthcare experience required
  • Double-time pay for all hours worked on company-recognized holidays
  • Employee Referral Bonus Program
  • Hear back within 48 hours of applying

What You'll Do

As a Direct Support Professional, you'll build meaningful relationships while helping residents live safely, comfortably, and independently.

Responsibilities include:

  • Assist with daily living activities including bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, and meal preparation
  • Provide compassionate support while encouraging independence
  • Maintain a clean, safe, and welcoming home environment
  • Observe and report changes in residents' health or behavior
  • Assist with transportation to appointments, community outings, and recreational activities
  • Work collaboratively with healthcare professionals and fellow team members
  • Provide support with specialized care needs including wound care, bladder care, bowel care, and catheter care as needed

Qualifications

  • Must be at least 21 years of age
  • Valid driver's license, reliable transportation, and current auto insurance
  • Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English
  • Previous caregiving, healthcare, DSP, CNA, PCA, home health, or medical experience is preferred but not required—we provide paid training
  • Compassionate, dependable, patient, and detail-oriented

Benefits

Eligible employees enjoy access to:

  • Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
  • 403(b) Retirement Plan with discretionary employer match
  • Life and AD&D Insurance
  • Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance
  • Accident and Critical Illness Insurance
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Join a Team That Feels Like Family

At Crest Services, we believe our employees are our greatest asset. We foster a positive, supportive workplace where teamwork, respect, and compassion come first. Whether you're beginning your career in healthcare or bringing years of experience, you'll have the opportunity to grow while making a lasting impact on the lives of others every day.

Apply today—we're excited to meet you and typically respond within 48 hours!

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To apply, please complete the required questionnaire. We accept applications on a rolling basis.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and are committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, ancestry, disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, veteran or military status, citizenship status, pregnancy (including childbirth, lactation, and related conditions), political affiliation, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. We are committed to providing an inclusive and accessible recruitment process. If you require accommodations during the interview process, please let us know. Reasonable accommodations will be provided upon request to ensure equal opportunity for all applicants.

Applicants may be subject to a background check. Employees in this position must be able to satisfactorily perform the essential functions of the position. If requested, this organization will make every effort to provide reasonable accommodations to enable employees with disabilities to perform the position’s essential job duties. As markets change and the Organization grows, job descriptions may change over time as requirements and employee skill levels evolve. With this understanding, this organization retains the right to change or assign other duties to this position.

Job Tags

Hourly pay, Temporary work, Part time, Local area, Relocation package, Flexible hours, Shift work, Weekend work

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