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Direct Support Professional Senior - Behavior Modification Assistant

State of Minnesota • Fergus Falls, MN • 20h ago

Working Title: Direct Support Professional Senior

Job Class: Behavior Modification Assistant

Agency: Direct Care and Treatment

Job ID : 95179

Location : Fergus Falls

Telework Eligible : No

Full/Part Time : Part-Time

Regular/Temporary : Unlimited

Who May Apply : Open to all qualified job seekers

Date Posted : 06/30/2026

Closing Date : 07/30/2026

Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit : Direct Care and Treatment

Division/Unit : Direct Care and Treatment - Community Based Services / Minnesota State Operated Community Services

Work Shift/Work Hours : Days/Evenings/Overnights/Rotating Shift (ex: 7:00a.m. - 3:30 p.m.; 3:00 p.m. - 11:00 p.m.; hours may vary depending on the needs of the program)

Days of Work : Varies; may include weekends and holidays

Travel Required : Yes (Transport and accompany individuals to medical appointments, community outings, recreational activities, and spiritual events)

Salary Range: $24.54 - $31.43/ hourly

Classified Status : Classified

Bargaining Unit/Union : 204 - Health Care Non Professional/AFSCME

Work Area : Fergus Falls, MN

FLSA Status : Nonexempt

Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities (https://mn.gov/mmb/careers/diverse-workforce/people-with-disabilities/connect700/) : Yes

Direct Care and Treatment is unable to provide sponsorship for work visas. Applicants must be eligible to work in the United States at the start of employment. DCT does not participate in E-Verify.

The work you'll do is more than just a job.

At the State of Minnesota, employees play a critical role in developing policies, providing essential services, and working to improve the well-being and quality of life for all Minnesotans. The State of Minnesota is committed to equity and inclusion, and invests in employees by providing benefits, support resources, and training and development opportunities.

Candidates may be eligible for up to a $2,500 hiring bonus!*

This posting will be used to fill multiple permanent, full-time (80 hours), part-time and intermittent (on-call) Direct Care positions within DCT Community Based Services sites in Fergus Falls, MN. Shifts Available: Day, rotating (day/evening combination) OR overnight. We also offer shift differential for hours between 6:00 pm and 6:00 am!

As a Direct Support Professional Senior you will be responsible for supporting individuals who are in our short- and long-term housing program. These individuals may have intellectual disabilities, mental illness, brain injury, and other emotional, behavioral, medical complexities. In this position you will ensure the people we serve achieve their highest quality of life and personal growth! You will do this by

· Assisting in assessing individual's needs by performing direct care duties

· Developing and implementing residential and habilitation support plans with goals and methods.

· Evaluating and documenting out-comes, maintaining or modifying the plans and performing related work as required.

· Respond therapeutically using de-escalation strategies and positive behavior supports to individuals with challenging behaviors

With locations across Minnesota, it is likely we will have a vacancy near you , working at one home rather than multiple locations!

*Current State of Minnesota Employees are not eligible for the hiring bonus.

Minimum Qualifications

Experience working with individuals with intellectual disabilities, mental illness, and/or co-occurring diagnosis.

Experience with verbal de-escalation strategies and working with individuals who exhibit aggressive behaviors.

Clear communication skills to understand and communicate complex services with community members, employers and teams.

Must be at least 18 years of age.

Basic math and computer skills.

Must possess and maintain a valid Driver's License.

Must be able to perform all physical/essential requirements with or without reasonable accommodation(s).

Preferred Qualifications

Our employees are dedicated to ensuring cultural responsiveness. Preferred candidates will have a variety of experiences working effectively with others from different backgrounds and cultures.

Experience collecting and summarizing data to document program delivery by observation, charting and measuring.

Formal training/certification/education in related field (CNA, PCA, Child Development, First Aide, CPR, etc.)

Certified Nursing Assistant experience working in a group home, nursing home, assisted living or similar setting.

Additional Requirements

To facilitate proper crediting, please ensure that your resume clearly describes your experience in the areas listed and indicates the beginning and ending month and year for each job held.

REFERENCE/BACKGROUND CHECKS - Direct Care and Treatment will conduct reference checks to verify job-related credentials and criminal background check prior to appointment.

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Minnesota State Colleges and Universities is an Equal Opportunity employer/educator committed to the principles of diversity. We prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their race, sex, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or membership in a local commission as defined by law. As an affirmative action employer, we actively seek and encourage applications from women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and individuals with protected veteran status.

Reasonable accommodations will be made to all qualified applicants with disabilities. If you are an individual with a disability who needs assistance or cannot access the online job application system, please contact the job information line at 651-259-3637 or email careers@state.mn.us . Please indicate what assistance is needed.

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