Direct Support Professional Senior - Behavior Modification Assistant

State of Minnesota; Faribault (MN); On-site; USD 33,806 - 43,297; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid vacation and sick leave

12 paid holidays each year

Low-cost medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug plans

Pension plan after three years of service

Job summary

The State of Minnesota is seeking a part-time Direct Support Professional Senior in Faribault. This role involves assisting individuals in various housing programs, ensuring they achieve their highest quality of life. Responsibilities include assessing needs, developing support plans, and documenting outcomes.

Qualified candidates should have experience with diverse populations, clear communication skills, and must hold a valid Driver’s License. The position offers competitive pay and various employee benefits.

Qualifications

• Experience working with individuals with intellectual disabilities, mental illness, and/or co-occurring diagnoses.
• Must possess and maintain a valid Driver’s License.
• Must be able to perform all physical/essential requirements with or without reasonable accommodations.

Responsibilities

• Assist in assessing individuals’ needs by performing direct care duties.
• Develop and implement support plans with goals and methods.
• Evaluate and document outcomes, maintain plans, and perform related work.

Skills

Experience with intellectual disabilities

Verbal de-escalation strategies

Clear communication skills

Basic math and computer skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Job Details

• Working Title: Direct Support Professional Senior
• Job Class: Behavior Modification Assistant
• Agency: Direct Care and Treatment
• Job ID: 95177
• Location: Faribault, Owatonna, and Morristown, MN
• Telework Eligible: No
• Full/Part Time: Part-Time
• Regular/Temporary: Unlimited
• Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit: Direct Care and Treatment
• Division/Unit: Direct Care and Treatment / Community Based Services / Minnesota State Operated Community Services
• Work Shift/Work Hours: Days/Evenings/Overnights/Rotating Shift (e.g., 7:00 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.; 3:00 p.m. – 11:00 p.m.; hours may vary depending on program needs)
• Days of Work: Varies; may include weekends and holidays
• Travel Required: Yes (transport and accompany individuals to medical appointments, community outings, recreational activities, and spiritual events)
• Salary Range: $24.54 – $31.43 per hour
• Classified Status: Classified
• Bargaining Unit/Union: 204 – Health Care Non Professional/AFSCME
• FLSA Status: Nonexempt
• Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities: Yes

The Work You'll Do

At the State of Minnesota, employees support individuals in short- and long-term housing programs, ensuring they achieve their highest quality of life and personal growth.

Responsibilities

• Assist in assessing individuals’ needs by performing direct care duties.
• Develop and implement residential and habilitation support plans with goals and methods.
• Evaluate and document outcomes, maintain or modify plans, and perform related work as required.
• Respond therapeutically using de-escalation strategies and positive behavior supports for individuals with challenging behaviors.

Minimum Qualifications

• Experience working with individuals with intellectual disabilities, mental illness, and/or co-occurring diagnoses.
• Experience with verbal de-escalation strategies and working with individuals who exhibit aggressive behaviors.
• Clear communication skills to understand and communicate complex services with community members, employers, and teams.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Basic math and computer skills.
• Must possess and maintain a valid Driver’s License.
• Must be able to perform all physical/essential requirements with or without reasonable accommodation(s).

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working effectively with individuals from diverse backgrounds and cultures.
• Experience collecting and summarizing data to document program delivery by observation, charting, and measuring.
• Formal training, certification, or education in a related field (e.g., CNA, PCA, Child Development, First Aid, CPR, etc.).
• Certified Nursing Assistant experience in a group home, nursing home, assisted living, or similar setting.

Additional Requirements

Ensure your resume clearly describes your experience in the areas listed and indicates the beginning and ending month and year for each job held.

Reference and Background Checks

Direct Care and Treatment will conduct reference checks to verify job-related credentials and a criminal background check prior to appointment.

About Direct Care And Treatment

DCT operates a highly specialized behavioral health care system that serves people with mental illness, substance abuse disorders, and developmental and intellectual disabilities, including psychiatric hospitals, inpatient substance abuse treatment facilities, dental clinics, group homes, vocational sites, and sex offender treatment facilities.

Benefits

• Paid vacation and sick leave
• 12 paid holidays each year
• Annual pay increases
• Low-cost medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug plans
• Fertility care, including IVF
• Diabetes care
• Dental and orthodontic care for adults and children
• 6 weeks paid leave for parents of newborn or newly adopted children
• Pension plan that provides income when you retire (after working at least three years)
• Employer paid life insurance to provide support for your family in the event of death
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance that can provide income if you are unable to work due to illness or injury
• Tax-free expense accounts for health, dental, and dependent care
• Resources that provide support and promote physical, emotional, social, and financial well-being

Support to Reach Your Career Goals

• Training, classes, and professional development
• Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (some positions may qualify)

Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for Work/Life Support

• Voluntary confidential program that helps employees and their families with life challenges that may impact overall health, personal well-being, or job performance
• Common sources of stress that can be addressed through the EAP: mental health, relationship challenges (personal and work), grief and loss, finances, and legal issues
• Daily Living/Convenience Services: chore services, home repair, trip planning, child/elder care

Programs, Resources, and Benefits Eligibility Varies

Based on type of employment, agency, funding availability, union/collective bargaining agreement, location, and length of service with the State of Minnesota.

Equal Opportunity Employers

Minnesota state agencies are equal opportunity, affirmative action, and veteran-friendly employers. State agencies are committed to creating a workforce that reflects the diversity of the state and strongly encourage persons of color and Indigenous communities, LGBTQIA2S+ individuals, people with disabilities, women, and veterans to apply. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, familial status, age, sexual orientation, status regarding public assistance, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Applicants With Disabilities

Minnesota state agencies make reasonable accommodations to employees and applicants with disabilities. If you have a disability and need assistance in searching or applying for jobs with the State of Minnesota, contact the Careers Help Desk or email [e-mail] to let us know the support you need.