Trauma-Informed Positive Support Specialist (Part-Time)

Lutheran Social Service of MN

Saint Cloud (MN)

On-site

USD 21,000 - 28,000

Part time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

403(b) match

Paid training

Professional growth

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Diversity & inclusion

Job summary

Lutheran Social Service of Minnesota is hiring Part-time Positive Support Specialists (PSS) for Intensive Community Residential Services (ICRS) programs. You will support individuals with complex medical, behavioral, and mental health needs using a person-centered approach to help them reach their goals while prioritizing safety for clients and staff.

As a PSS team member, you will assist individuals to be more independent, advocate for rights and medical care, complete shift documentation, and

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.

Responsibilities

Assist individuals to be more independent in essential life skills such as meal preparation, personal hygiene and navigating the community.
Advocate for the people supported in areas such as rights, medical care and in the community.
Complete necessary documentation and record-keeping every shift.
Manage crisis situations safely and effectively - this can include potential use of manual restraints. Candidates will receive training for Positive Behavioral Supports and manual restraints in conjunction with the 245D requirements.
Engage in trauma-informed care daily.