Crisis Direct Support Professional — Behavior Support & Growth

Meridian Services, Inc; Brooklyn Park (MN); Hybrid; USD 33,062 - 38,572; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Training

MN Earned Sick and Safe Time

401K plan with employer matching after 1 year

Employee of the month recognition

Growth and Management Opportunities

Job summary

Meridian Services, Inc. is hiring a Direct Support Professional in Brooklyn Park, MN. The role involves assisting individuals with mental illness and intellectual disabilities in daily tasks, implementing behavioral interventions, and providing personal care. Staff will work flexible hours, including weekdays and weekends, with wages starting at $24 per hour on weekdays and $28 on weekends.

The position requires 2 years of relevant experience and offers benefits like paid training and 401K matching. Join a mission-driven team dedicated to enhancing the lives of those served.

Qualifications

• At least 2 years working with interfering behaviors including verbal and physical aggressions.
• Proficient in spoken and written English.
• Have an acceptable driving record as per company policy.

Responsibilities

• Respond to interfering behaviors including verbal and physical aggressions.
• Implement physical intervention techniques.
• Assist individuals in working toward personal goals.
• Provide supervision and transportation in the community.

Skills

Experience with interfering behaviors

Implementation of physical interventions

Support for individuals with intellectual disabilities

Personal care assistance

Job description

Meridian Services, Inc. is hiring a Direct Support Professional in Brooklyn Park, MN. The role involves assisting individuals with mental illness and intellectual disabilities in daily tasks, implementing behavioral interventions, and providing personal care. Staff will work flexible hours, including weekdays and weekends, with wages starting at $24 per hour on weekdays and $28 on weekends.

The position requires 2 years of relevant experience and offers benefits like paid training and 401K matching. Join a mission-driven team dedicated to enhancing the lives of those served.