In-Home Lead Direct Support Professional

Meridian Services, Inc; Golden Valley (MN); On-site; USD 22,730 - 32,373; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance

Paid Time Off

Paid Training

401K plan with employer matching

Company-Provided Life and Short Term Disability Insurance

Job summary

A leading service provider in Minnesota is seeking an In-Home Services Lead Direct Support Professional. The ideal candidate will assist individuals with disabilities in achieving their outcomes and life skills development. Responsibilities include direct care, training new staff, and providing personal assistance. Experience with intellectual disabilities and aggression management is required. Benefits include medical insurance, paid time off, and competitive hourly wage.

Qualifications

• 21 years of age or older.
• Proficient in spoken and written English language.
• Comfortable providing personal cares.

Responsibilities

• Help individuals work on tailored outcomes.
• Assist with personal cares as needed.
• Provide guidance in building life skills.

Skills

Experience with intellectual disabilities

Person-centered programming

Verbal and physical aggression management

Supervision and transportation skills

Job description

Job Description

Meridian Services offers person-centered supports and cares to individuals with mental illness, intellectual disabilities, and physical disabilities across a diverse range of settings. These include Residential Services, In-Home Services, and Case Management Services. Today, we have 30 group homes, 150 In-Home person served, and over 100 Case Managers across the state of Minnesota. Our mission is to provide services of the finest quality so that those we serve will be able to achieve their goals!

Job Title: In-Home Services Lead Direct Support Professional

Location: Areas across the Minneapolis/St. Paul Twin Cities Metro Area

Schedule: Monday-Friday with availability between the hours of 8:00AM and 8:00PM based on the needs of those we serve. Occasional weekend scheduling possible based on the needs of the Program.

Wage: $20 per hour including Full Time benefits

Job Summary:

As a lead direct support professional, you will be a part of helping people work on outcomes/goals to gain independence and lifelong skills. Our ideal candidate must have experience working with intellectual disabilities, experience with person centered programming and experience with verbal and physical aggression. This position will be responsible for 40 hours of direct care per week. In addition to direct care, this position will also assist in training new staff, coverage during management absence, and help with emergency client situations.

• Work on tailored outcomes with each person we support. Outcomes may include: budgeting, behavioral management, community exploration, meal planning, organizational skills, coping skills, and/or physical fitness.
• Be an active participant with individuals served when working on outcomes and out in the community.
• Assist with personal cares as needed per person served
• Provide guidance and instructional teaching to persons while building life skills.
• Provide cleaning, cooking to the people living at the home
• Provide supervision and transportation in the community on activities using personal vehicle.
• Be willing to go into persons homes, in the community or the other places as the need arises.

Required Qualifications:

• 21 years of age or older
• Proficient in spoken and written English language
• Comfortable providing personal cares (including but not limited to: bathroom supports, bathing/showering, medication administration)
• Successful clearance of Department of Human Services background check
• Successful clearance of Motor Vehicle Background Check and acceptable driving record per Company Policy

PreferredExperience:

• At least 1 year supporting individuals with autism, intellectual disabilities, and/or mental health diagnosis
• At least 1 year working with individuals with verbal and physical aggressions
• Experience implementing Emergency Use of Manuel Restraints (applicable at select programs)

Meridian Services Company Benefits and Perks Include:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance offered
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Training
• 401K plan with employer matching after 1 year
• Company-Provided Life and Short Team Disability Insurance
• Supplemental Insurance and Pet Insurance offered
• Growth and Management Opportunities!
• Employee of the month recognition and gift card

Meridian Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified candidates are encouraged to Apply Today!