Direct Support Professional ICLS Full TimeSt Paul Area

ONE FAMILY CARE; United States; On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) Matching

Medical/Dental Reimbursement

Flexible Scheduling

Competitive Compensation

Careers Advancement

Diverse workplace

Job summary

ONE FAMILY CARE is seeking compassionate individuals to provide assistance through the ICLS program in the United States. Responsibilities include helping clients with daily living activities, driving them to appointments, and collaborating with support teams. Candidates should have interpersonal skills and 1-2 years of relevant experience or a degree in fields like Psychology or Social Work. The position offers flexible scheduling and various benefits, aiming to positively impact the lives of individuals and families in the community.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• 1-2 years of supervised experience with individuals with disabilities.
• Comfortable visiting clients at home and in the community.

Responsibilities

• Assist clients with ambulation, personal care, and hygiene.
• Review Community Supports and Services Plans.
• Drive clients to community outings and appointments.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Ability to work with individuals with disabilities

Reliable transportation

Education

Degree in Psychology, Social Work, or Human Services

Job description

Benefits/Perks

401(k) Matching

Medical/Dental Reimbursement

Flexible Scheduling

Competitive Compensation

Careers Advancement

A diverse workplace

Positively change the lives of individuals and families in our communities

Support a talented team and be a part of a team that supports each other.

Job Summary

ICLS (Individual Community Living Supports) is a bundled service that includes six service categories. ICLS services offer assistance and support for people who need reminders, cues, intermittent/moderate supervision, or physical assistance to remain in their own homes. You will assist clients with ambulation and mobility, personal care and hygiene, plan and prepare meals, perform light housekeeping duties that clients can't complete on their own.

In all positions, you will:

Review Community Supports and Services Plans (CSSPs) and utilize them as a guide on how to work with your client.

Collaborate with clients' support team members on ways to assist and care for the client.

Determine which goals your client would like to accomplish and develop a plan on how to assist them in achieving these goals.

Drive clients to community outings, stores, and appointments.

Provide supervision and training to clients on how to complete routine household care and maintenance.

Assist clients in researching and accessing community resources.

Assess clients' risks and assist them in ways to mitigate these risks.

Build skills with clients which could include, but are not limited to teaching clients to cook, meal plan, budget, complete paperwork and manage their appointments.

Guide and assist clients with their activities of daily living.

Implement strategies with clients on ways to manage their behaviors

Qualifications

All staff must be 18 years of age or older.

Must have at least 1-2 years of supervised experience working with individuals with disabilities and/or challenging behaviors and/or a degree signifying experience within the field (Psychology, Social Work, Human Services, etc).

Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to work with a variety of individuals and recognize individual boundaries.

Reliable transportation, current divers license is required and proof of car insurance.

Knowledge of local community resources is a plus.

Pass a Minnesota Department of Human Services Background Study.

Being comfortable visiting clients in their home and/or in the community.

Valid driver's license, reliable vehicle.

Friendly outgoing demeanor.

All applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of their race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, disability, age, marital status, or status with regard to public assistance.