Seeking candidates that live in the Little Falls area to work as an In-Home Direct Support Professionals (DSPs)
- $500 Hiring Bonus!
- Make every day meaningful at Catholic Charities, where your work truly matters.
If you're looking for a role where you can have fun, feel fulfilled, and make a real impact, this is the place for you! Our dedicated, upbeat team of direct support professionals works one-on-one with amazing youth—helping them grow, thrive, and achieve their goals. Sometimes that means cooking a favorite meal together, celebrating a breakthrough, or just sharing a laugh. It all matters. We are currently hiring DSPs to support youth with high behavioral needs in the Little Falls area. Because schedules may shift at times (such as for weather), we strongly prefer candidates who live near Little Falls. Because most of the homes our staff work in have cats or dogs, we want employees to feel comfortable and confident around household pets. Who We Are Catholic Charities is a mission-driven, nonprofit organization serving communities across Central Minnesota. We believe in uplifting and supporting one another through our core values: Compassion, Hope, Accountability, Respect, Dignity, and Service. At the heart of what we do are people—clients seeking support, team members offering it, and the community partners who believe we thrive together. Why You'll Love This Role Flexible scheduling, primarily afternoon and evening hoursAbout 20-24 hours/week, with opportunities to grow into additional hoursA chance to build real, meaningful relationships with the individuals you supportA supportive, mission-driven work culture grounded in compassion and respect$500 hiring bonus to welcome you aboard! What You'll Do As part of our In-Home Program, you'll empower youth with developmental disabilities and mental health needs to live more independently—whether in their family home, foster home, or their own home. You'll work independently, but never alone—we provide strong training, clear support, and a team that has your back.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Personal Support & Daily Living Helping with personal cares (bathing, hygiene, routines)Preparing meals and planning activitiesEnhancing quality of life through recreation, community outings, games, reading, and more
- Home Support Assisting with laundry, cleaning, and maintaining safe walkways and living areas
- Behavioral Support Using treatment plans and therapeutic techniques to guide, support, and coach youthResponding confidently to behavioral challenges using training, team guidance, and your growing skillset
- Health & Safety Assisting with medication administration and health-related tasksKeeping accurate notes and communicating clearly with families, case managers, and supervisors
- Professional Growth Attending required trainings and team meetingsBuilding and strengthening your direct support skills
- What We're Looking For High school diploma or equivalentExperience working with youth with behavioral challenges is strongly preferredValid MN driver's license and ability to pass a background checkPreference for candidates who live near Little FallsBecause most of the homes our staff work in have cats or dogs, we want employees to feel comfortable and confident around household pets Please note that all DSP shifts are designated as awake shifts, irrespective of whether they occur during daytime or evening hours.
- Amazing Benefits (starting at 20 hours/week) $500 hiring bonusGenerous vacation time (15 days your first year!
)8 paid holidays6 days ESST (sick time)401(k) with company matchPaid trainingFlexible schedulingHealth & dental insuranceHealth insurance waive-off creditEmployer-paid long-term disabilityBasic Life & AD&D insuranceOptional life insurance for you and your familyFlexible Spending AccountsEmployee discountsEmployee Assistance ProgramWellness ProgramEligibility for the Federal Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness Program To apply for this position, please send your resume to hr@ccstcloud.org or apply online at www.ccstcloud.org. For a complete up to-date listing of open job positions please visit the Catholic Charities website at: www.ccstcloud.org/employment EEO/AA Employer 855798276