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Float Direct Support Professional Specialist - Full Time
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Orion Associates, Meridian Services, & Zenith Services
Golden Valley, MN (In Person)
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Job Description
Job Title:
Direct Support Professional Specialist Location:
Twin Cities Area including North Metro including Maple Lake/Buffalo area and South Metro including Cottage Grove area.Schedule:
35-40 hours/week. Specialists should be available Monday-Friday flex 4 days a week between 6am-10pm and every other weekend between 6am-10pm for scheduling purposes. Schedules will be completed on a weekly basis and are subject to change based on needs of programs.Job Summary:
As a Specialist, you will support our people served with daily activities that include working on outcomes designed for each person served at a variety of residential group homes. Outcomes are designed to increase independence in skills. These may include learning more about community resources, finding hobbies, working on personal cares, and meal preparations/planning or budgeting. We tailor our services to each person and their needs and wishes. Additionally, as a Specialist, the position entails medication administration, cooking, cleaning, and personal cares for persons served.Required Experience:
- This position requires 2 years of experience with mental health diagnosis and intellectual disabilities, and experience with high behaviors including verbal and physical aggressions.
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 Preferred Experience:
- At least 2 years supporting individuals with autism, intellectual disabilities, and/or mental health diagnosis
- At least 2 years working with individuals with verbal and physical aggressions
- Experience implementing Emergency Use of Manuel Restraints (applicable at select programs)