IHS Float Specialist - North

Meridian Services; Long Prairie (MN); On-site; USD 22,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

Meridian Services seeks a Float Specialist for In-Home Services to provide temporary coverage across northern Minnesota, including Long Prairie and surrounding communities. You will work in group homes or directly with individuals in their own homes, supporting daily activities and community participation.

Responsibilities include medication administration, personal care, and following detailed behavior plans.

Qualifications

• 21 years of age or older.
• Proficiency in spoken and written English communication.
• Have a vehicle with current car insurance.
• Have an acceptable driving record as determined by policy.
• Successful clearance from a DHS background study.
• Ability to lift and transfer persons.
• Comfortable with providing personal cares to both males and females.
• Experience working with individuals with intellectual disabilities or mental health diagnoses.

Responsibilities

• Provide temporary support when there is a staff opening due to vacations, leaves of absence, new intakes, or resignations.
• Work in group homes or in individuals' homes.
• Assist individuals with mental health diagnoses and/or intellectual disabilities.
• Support daily activities, including medication administration, personal care, cleaning, and meal preparation.
• Accompany individuals into the community to participate in activities.
• Follow behavior plans and program goals to enhance quality of life.

Skills

English communication

Vehicle with insurance

Lifting ability

Caregiving experience

Job description

Job Title: Float Specialist - In-Home Services

Location:Cities Across Northern Minnesota (including but not limited to: Long Prairie, Alexandria, Burtrum, Little Falls, Browerville, Staples)

Schedule: Monday-Friday with availability between the hours of 9:00a-7:00p based on the needs of those we serve. E/O weekend based on scheduling needs.

Wage: $19 per hour (including Full-Time or Part-Time benefits based on schedule)

Job Summary:

• Provide temporary support when there is a staff opening due to vacations, leave of absences, new intakes, or resignations.
• Work in our group home in Long Prairie and/or 1:1 with individuals in their own homes or their family’s home.
• Assist individuals with mental health diagnoses and/or intellectual disabilities.
• Support daily activities, including: medication administration, personal cares, cleaning, meal preparation and planning
• Accompany individuals into the community to facilitate their participation in various activities.
• Follow specific behavior plans and program goals to enhance the quality of life for those served.

Required Qualifications:

• To be at least 21 years of age
• Proficiency in spoken and written English communication
• Have a vehicle with current car insurance
• Have an acceptable driving record as determined by Meridian Services policy.
• Successful clearance from a DHS background Study
• Ability to lift and transfer persons
• Comfortable with providing personal cares to both males and females.
• Experience working with persons with intellectual disabilities or mental health diagnosis.