What are the responsibilities and job description for the In-Home Direct Support Professional position at Meridian Services?
Meridian Services, Inc.
Where Dreams and Opportunities Align
Title: Direct Support Professional
Position Type: Part time
Location: Burtrum, MN
Schedule: Tuesdays and Thursdays 10a-3p
Wage: $16.50/ hour
Company Perks:
Overall Summary
We’re looking for caring and experienced direct support professional to work with an individual who lives in the community (In Home Program) within their own home/family home. The individuals we work with have intellectual disabilities, autism and/or mental health diagnosis. In the In-Home Program, staff teaches skills to persons served. As a 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 autism, mental health or intellectual disabilities. Typically, the outcomes are worked on either at home, in the community or a combination of both.
Responsibilities
Candidates are encouraged to apply at meridiansvs.com/careers
Where Dreams and Opportunities Align
Title: Direct Support Professional
Position Type: Part time
Location: Burtrum, MN
Schedule: Tuesdays and Thursdays 10a-3p
Wage: $16.50/ hour
Company Perks:
- Paid Training
- 401 K plan
- Growth Opportunities
- Paid Mileage and meals/activities reimbursed (certain restrictions and guidelines apply) while working with persons served.
- Employee of the month recognition and gift card
Overall Summary
We’re looking for caring and experienced direct support professional to work with an individual who lives in the community (In Home Program) within their own home/family home. The individuals we work with have intellectual disabilities, autism and/or mental health diagnosis. In the In-Home Program, staff teaches skills to persons served. As a 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 autism, mental health or intellectual disabilities. Typically, the outcomes are worked on either at home, in the community or a combination of both.
Responsibilities
- Work on tailored outcomes with each person. 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 supervision and transportation in the community on activities and appointments.
- To be at least 18 years of age
- 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 complete personal cares
- Experience working with intellectual disabilities, autism or mental health diagnosis
- Proficiency in spoken and written English communication
Candidates are encouraged to apply at meridiansvs.com/careers
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