Direct Support Professional

Direct Support Professional (DSP) | Full-Time Extended Shifts | Faith-Based Nonprofit | $17.00/hr + Sign-On Bonus

Start a rewarding career where your compassion truly matters.

Join Crest Services as a Direct Support Professional (DSP) and make a meaningful difference in the lives of individuals with developmental disabilities, mental health conditions, and traumatic brain injuries.

For more than 50 years, Crest Services has been a faith-based, nonprofit organization dedicated to providing compassionate, person-centered support in welcoming group home settings throughout Minnesota and Iowa. Founded in 1974, we are committed to helping individuals live meaningful, independent lives while creating a supportive workplace where employees feel valued and appreciated.

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 career where your work has purpose every day, we'd love to meet you.

Why You'll Love Working at Crest Services

• Competitive pay of $17.00 per hour
• Sign-on bonus available!
• Full-time opportunity with 16–24 hour shifts available
• Some weekends required
• Build meaningful relationships with residents and team members
• Provide person-centered support that helps individuals live safely and independently
• Paid training—no healthcare experience required
• Supportive team environment where DSPs are valued as much as the individuals we serve
• 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 provide compassionate support that promotes independence, dignity, and quality of life for individuals receiving services.

Responsibilities include:

• Assist residents with daily living activities including bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, and meal preparation
• Support individuals in maintaining their routines, goals, and independence
• Maintain a safe, clean, and respectful home environment
• Monitor and report changes in residents' health, behaviors, or overall well-being
• Assist with transportation to appointments, community outings, and activities
• Collaborate with healthcare professionals and team members to provide comprehensive support
• Build meaningful relationships while encouraging personal growth and independence

Qualifications

• Must be at least 21 years of age
• Valid driver's license, reliable transportation, and current auto insurance required
• Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English
• Previous experience in medical, caregiving, healthcare, DSP, CNA, PCA, or related fields preferred but not required
• Dependable, compassionate, patient, and detail-oriented
• Ability to provide respectful, person-centered support to individuals with diverse needs

Benefits

Eligible employees enjoy access to:

• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• 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 Makes a Difference

At Crest Services, our Direct Support Professionals are at the heart of the meaningful work we do. Whether supporting daily routines, encouraging independence, or building relationships, you'll have the opportunity to make a lasting impact in the lives of the individuals we serve.

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

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.