Direct Support Specialist — Empowering Lives

Lutheran Social Service of MN; Faribault (MN); On-site; USD 20,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Lutheran Social Service of Minnesota is seeking a Direct Support Professional Assistant to join our team. You will help individuals pursue their hopes and personal outcomes, addressing situations that arise and ensuring a safe, secure environment through direct interaction.

This role requires the ability to read, write, and use computer skills, along with a background in first aid/CPR and a valid driver's license. Experience with vulnerable populations and disabilities is preferred.

Qualifications

• Experience with vulnerable populations preferred.
• Experience and/or training of at least one year with individuals with disabilities preferred.
• Medication administration training required (may be obtained after turning 18).
• First Aid training required, and CPR Certificate may be required (may be obtained after hire).
• Bureau of Criminal Affairs background study clearance required.
• Driver's license required.
• MVR with a satisfactory driving record required upon turning 18 years of age. Cannot drive an LSS vehicle until 18 years of age, completed vehicle safety training and implementation of an MVR.
• Ability to read, write, and use computer skills required.
• Basic math and problem-solving skills required.
• Ability to recognize boundaries.
• Ability to suggest and implement strategies to enhance the service.
• Patience, self-control, and flexibility.
• Computer skills that support LSS technology.

Responsibilities

• Participate as a member of the team and foster an environment that supports individuals in pursuit of their hopes and personal outcomes.
• Address situations as they arise and ensure a safe and secure environment.
• Provide guidance, encouragement, support, comfort, security, and safety for individuals through direct interaction.

Skills

Vulnerable populations

Disabilities experience

Reading & writing

Computer skills

Problem-solving

Patience

Flexibility

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Medication administration training

First Aid training

CPR certification

MVR driving record

Job description

Lutheran Social Service of Minnesota is seeking a Direct Support Professional Assistant to join our team. You will help individuals pursue their hopes and personal outcomes, addressing situations that arise and ensuring a safe, secure environment through direct interaction.

This role requires the ability to read, write, and use computer skills, along with a background in first aid/CPR and a valid driver's license. Experience with vulnerable populations and disabilities is preferred.