Positive Support Specialist

Lutheran Social Service of Minnesota; Adams (MN); On-site; USD 20,000 - 21,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

403(b) with match

Wellness program

PTO

Holiday pay

Float days

Sick time

Training paid

Professional development

Alive Workplace

Diversity & inclusion

Job summary

Lutheran Social Service of Minnesota in Adams, MN is hiring Positive Support Specialists for Intensive Community Residential Services.

These roles support individuals with complex needs in home and community settings using a person-centered approach, emphasizing safety and meaningful activities.

Qualifications

• Minimum education is a high school diploma, but a degree in a relevant field is preferred.
• Requires ability to stand, squat, bend or walk for long periods and lift up to 50 lbs.
• Background check and valid driver's license required.

Responsibilities

• Support individuals with intensive medical, behavioral and mental health needs in home and community settings.
• Use a person-centered approach to help individuals reach their goals while ensuring safety.
• Assist with activities and events meaningful to the individual; follow routines and protocols.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Driver's license

Stamina for long periods

Community resources knowledge

Education

High school diploma

Relevant field degree preferred

Job description

Lutheran Social Service of Minnesota is a dynamic social service organization serving children, youth and families, people with disabilities, older adults, and military veterans. Trustworthiness is a value and strength shared by our employees and recognized by the communities we serve. We offer an Alive Workplace (Supportive, Positive and Fun) and careers that challenge, energize, and reward employees. Consider joining us!

LSS is dedicated to providing community-based services in the most integrated setting possible. We developedIntensive Community Residential Services (ICRS)in response to a need in our community for more options for individuals with complex needs.

**Starting Pay $18.50 with .50 cent increase after 6 months. Part-Time Position 9am-3pm (42 hours every 2 weeks), every other weekend and rotating 5 Holiday Rotation with other staff. Always other shifts to pick up hours! Located in Adams, MN** Please come work with us!

Job Summary:

Positive Support Specialists (PSS) work in our ICRSprograms. These are highly specialized programs in which we serve individuals with intensive medical, behavioral and mental health needs. We utilize a person-centered approach to creating a program that focuses on supporting people to reach their goals, while still considering the safety of the individual, team members and the community. Consistency and routine are key factors in the proven success of these programs. Highly trained Positive Support Specialists will assist individuals both at home and the community to participate in events and activities that are meaningful to the individual.

What We Offer You:

• An excellent benefits package that includes medical, dental, life, vision, 403(b) plan with a match, wellness program, and other ancillary plans.
• A generous PTO plan, holiday pay, and float days. (Full Time)
• Sick and Safe Time
• Training paid at full wage.
• Opportunities for continued professional development and growth within the organization.
• An ALIVE Workplace that is Supportive, Positive, Healthy, and Fun!
• A workplace that embraces diversity.

Requirements:

• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to work with a variety of individuals.
• Must physically be able to stand, squat, bend, or walk for long periods of time. The ability to lift 50 lbs. is necessary.
• Knowledge of local community resources is a plus.
• Must be cleared by a Bureau of Criminal Affairs (BCA) background study and have a driver's license - a Motor Vehicle Check (MVR) is also required.

Qualifications:

• Minimum education is a high school diploma, but the preference is a degree in a field relevant to this role.
• Minimum experience is 1-2 years of working with people with complex needs, but the preference is for 3-5 years of relevant experience
• At least 18 years old
• Valid Driver's License

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