Crisis Direct Support Specialist – Make a Real Impact

Meridian Services Incorporated; Champlin, Northern (MN, KY); Hybrid; USD 17,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

Meridian Services Incorporated in Champlin, MN is seeking a Direct Support Professional (DSP) for our Crisis program. Staff support individuals in daily living activities, community outings, personal care, and medication administration.

The role includes responding to interfer­ing behaviors and implementing safety interventions, with cross-training across programs. Shifts are 7 days on/7 days off with overnight and weekend hours.

Qualifications

• 2+ years working with interfering behaviors including verbal and physical aggressions.
• 2+ years implementing physical interventions including Emergency Use of Manual Restraints.
• 2+ years supporting individuals with autism, intellectual disabilities, and/or mental health diagnosis.
• 2+ years providing personal cares (including but not limited to: bathroom supports, bathing/showering, medication administration, etc.)

Responsibilities

• Respond to interfering behaviors including verbal and physical aggressions.
• Implement physical intervention techniques including Emergency Use of Manual 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.

Skills

Interfering behaviors

Physical intervention

Behavioral management

Community outings

Daily living skills

Job description

Meridian Services Incorporated in Champlin, MN is seeking a Direct Support Professional (DSP) for our Crisis program. Staff support individuals in daily living activities, community outings, personal care, and medication administration.

The role includes responding to interfer­ing behaviors and implementing safety interventions, with cross-training across programs. Shifts are 7 days on/7 days off with overnight and weekend hours.