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Direct Support Professional - Full Time

Orion Associates, Meridian Services, & Zenith Services

#Autism #Case Management #Mental Health #Residential Services #Intellectual Disabilities #Direct Support Professional #DSP #Interfering Behaviors

Quick overview

Provide person-centered support to individuals with mental illness and disabilities, including assisting with daily living tasks and personal care. Respond to interfering behaviors using physical intervention techniques and help individuals achieve their personal goals.

Requirements summary

Requires at least 2 years of experience working with interfering behaviors, physical interventions, and supporting individuals with autism or mental health diagnoses. Candidates must be 21 or older, possess a vehicle with insurance, and pass a DHS background study.

Medication AdministrationCrisis InterventionCommunity IntegrationPatient SupervisionPersonal CareBehavioral ManagementLife Skills TeachingPhysical Intervention Techniques

Job description

Meridian Services offers person-centered supports and cares to individuals with mental illness, intellectual disabilities, and physical disabilities across a diverse range of settings.
These include Residential Services, In-Home Services, and Case Management Services.
Today, we have 30 group homes, 150 In-Home person served, and over 100 Case Managers across the state of Minnesota.
Our mission is to provide services of the finest quality so that those we serve will be able to achieve their goals!
Job Title: Direct Support Professional Location: Brooklyn Park, MN (multiple schedules available across various locations) Schedule: Tues-Fri 2p-10p, and Every Other Weekend 2p-10p Wage: $24 per hour on weekdays; $28 per hour on weekends (including company benefits) Job Summary: As a Direct Support Professional (DSP) in our Crisis program, staff must be comfortable responding to interfering behaviors and implementing physical intervention techniques daily.
In addition to responding to interfering behaviors daily, staff will also assist individuals in working toward their personal goals.
DSP staff support our persons served with tasks such as self care, community outings, homework, shopping, cleaning, attending appointments, and taking medication.
Staff should feel comfortable providing personal care, medical supports, and other daily personal cares and supports to those they assist.
Please note, all staff will be cross trained at 1-2 other programs for training purposes.
Essential Job Duties: Respond to interfering behaviors including verbal and physical aggressions.
Implement physical intervention techniques including Emergency Use of Manuel Restraints (when permitted and required).
Work on tailored outcomes with each person in the home.
Outcomes may include behavioral management, community exploration, meal planning, organizational skills, coping skills, and/or physical fitness.
Be an active participant with individuals served when working on outcomes and out in the community.
Assist with personal cares as needed per person served.
Provide guidance and instructional teaching to persons while building life skills.
Provide cleaning, cooking and medication administration to the individuals living at the home.
Provide supervision and transportation in the community on activities and appointments.
Typically, a company vehicle is available, but times may require use of own personal vehicle.
Required Experience: At least 2 years working with interfering behaviors including verbal and physical aggressions.
At least 2 years implementing physical interventions including Emergency Use of Manual Restraints (when permitted and required).
At least 2 years supporting individuals with autism, intellectual disabilities, and/or mental health diagnosis.
At least 2 years providing personal cares (including but not limited to: bathroom supports, bathing/showering, medication administration, etc.) Required Qualifications: Staff must be 21 years of age or older to support Youth and Crisis Programs.
Proficient in spoken and written English language.
Have a vehicle to use for work related purposes with current car insurance.
Have an acceptable driving record as determined by Meridian Services policy.
Have a Wi-Fi-enabled device for work related purposes Successful clearance of a Department of Human Services (DHS) Background Study.
Meridian Services Company Benefits and Perks Include: Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance offered Paid Time Off Paid Training 401K plan with employer matching after 1 year Company-Provided Life and Short Team Disability Insurance Supplemental Insurance and Pet Insurance offered Growth and Management Opportunities!
Employee of the month recognition and gift card Meridian Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Qualified candidates are encouraged to Apply Today!

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