Direct Support Specialist: Empower Lives & Skills

Meridian Services, Inc; Anoka (MN); Hybrid; USD 22,730 - 32,373; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Training

401K plan with employer matching after 1 year

Employee of the month recognition and gift card

Job summary

Meridian Services, Inc in Anoka, MN is seeking a Direct Support Professional to assist individuals in achieving their personal goals. This role involves supporting individuals with tasks such as meal preparation, community outings, personal hygiene, and medication management.

The ideal candidate should have at least one year of experience with individuals who have intellectual disabilities or mental health diagnoses, and be comfortable providing personal care. Enjoy benefits such as paid training and a 401K plan with employer matching!

Qualifications

• At least 1 year supporting individuals with autism, intellectual disabilities, and/or mental health diagnosis.
• Proficient in spoken and written English language.
• Comfortable providing personal cares including bathing/showering and medication administration.

Responsibilities

• Assist individuals with meal preparation, community outings, and personal hygiene.
• Work on tailored outcomes with each individual served.
• Provide guidance and instructional teaching to individuals while building life skills.

Skills

Support individuals with autism

Implementing Emergency Use of Manual Restraints

Providing personal care

Job description

Meridian Services, Inc in Anoka, MN is seeking a Direct Support Professional to assist individuals in achieving their personal goals. This role involves supporting individuals with tasks such as meal preparation, community outings, personal hygiene, and medication management.

The ideal candidate should have at least one year of experience with individuals who have intellectual disabilities or mental health diagnoses, and be comfortable providing personal care. Enjoy benefits such as paid training and a 401K plan with employer matching!