Position: Direct Support Specialist
About: Pinnacle Services in Chaska, MN is seeking dedicated and caring Direct Support Specialists to assist individuals with developmental disabilities, mental health diagnoses, and behavioral issues in a residential setting, helping them work towards gaining life skills. This full-time position includes duties such as meal planning/preparation, community activity facilitation, personal and medical care assistance, behavior management, and medication administration. Direct Support Specialists work morning (6am-2pm) or evening (2pm-10pm) shifts and must be available 5 days a week. The salary is $18.00 per hour, and schedules are determined by the Program Director.
Requirements: At least a year of experience working as a Direct Support Professional or equivalent role; passion for helping others and willingness to assist individuals with varying needs; minimum age of 18 years; successful background check clearance; current driver’s license, auto insurance, reliable transportation, and acceptable driving record; preferred qualifications include previous direct care experience and CPR/AED certification (training provided if needed).
Benefits: Sick and Safe Time (PT), Health Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Life Insurance, Short Term Disability, Voluntary Life Insurance, 401(k) Retirement Plan, Flexible Spending Account, PTO (3 weeks/year for first 2 years)
