Direct Support Professional Specialist - Part Time

Schedule

• Part Time Position- 16 hours/week. Specialists need to be available between 6a-10p every other weekend for scheduling purposes. Schedules are made on a weekly basis.
• 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
• 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.
• 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) Successful clearance of Department of Human Services background check Successful clearance of Motor Vehicle Background Check and acceptable driving record per
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• 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)
• Meridian
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• Benefits and
• Perks
• Include: Paid Training MN Earned Sick and Safe Time 401K plan with employer matching after 1 year Select benefits available for eligible Part-Time employees Employee of the month recognition and gift card Growth and Management Opportunities! Meridian Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified candidates are encouraged to apply.