Direct Support Professional Specialist - Part Time

Job Title: Direct Support Professional Specialist

Location: Twin Cities Area including North Metro including Maple Lake/Buffalo area and South Metro including Cottage Grove area.

Schedule: 35-40 hours/week.

Specialists should be available Monday-Friday flex 4 days a week between 6am-10pm and every other weekend between 6am-10pm for scheduling purposes.

Schedules will be completed on a weekly basis and are subject to change based on needs of programs.

Required Experience: This position requires 2 years of experience with mental health diagnosis and intellectual disabilities, and experience with high behaviors including verbal and physical aggressions.

 

Job Summary:

As a Specialist, you will support our people served with daily activities that include working on outcomes designed for each person served at a variety of residential group homes.

Outcomes are designed to increase independence in skills.

These may include learning more about community resources, finding hobbies, working on personal cares, and meal preparations/planning or budgeting.

We tailor our services to each person and their needs and wishes.

Additionally, as a Specialist, the position entails medication administration, cooking, cleaning, and personal cares for persons served.

Required Qualifications: 


* 21 years of age or older 


* Proficient in spoken and written English language


* Comfortable providing personal cares (including but not limited to: bathroom supports, bathing/showering, medication administration)


* Preferred, not required in all roles, have a vehicle to use for work related purposes. 


* Successful clearance of Department of Human Services background check


* Successful clearance of Motor Vehicle Background Check and acceptable driving record per Company Policy

Preferred Experience:


* At least 2 years supporting individuals with autism, intellectual disabilities, and/or mental health diagnosis


* At least 2 years working with individuals with verbal and physical aggressions


* Experience implementing Emergency Use of Manuel Restraints (applicable at select programs)