A Mental Health Assistant provides basic care and assistance with daily activities to patients with mental illnesses or cognitive disabilities. Helps patients dress and eat, monitors patients' well-being, and restrains patients if they become physically violent. Works in hospitals or mental health care facilities.
$19/hr Upon completion of six months of consistent employment, there is an opportunity to obtain a wage increase to $19.50/hr!
Shifts:
This is a full-time, 40-hour week FLOAT position. You will be scheduled to work between 5-6 houses, you must have open availability, and you will be scheduled a month in advance.
Job Summary:
As a Direct Support Professional - Lead Float, you will provide support and assistance to the individual to develop, enhance, renew, and continue their natural support network. You will support the individuals in pursuit of their lifelong hopes, dreams, and personal outcomes that align with MLMC. You will advocate for the individuals in all aspects of life such as medical care and in the community. You will observe, listen, and respond to the individuals with dignity and respect - including in emergency situations. You will assist the individuals to be more independent in performing essential life skills such as meal preparation, personal hygiene, medication administration, cleaning, and laundry. You will participate with the individuals in a variety of events and activities, which includes driving and possibly accompanying individuals on overnight trips. You will complete the necessary documentation and record keeping, participate in all required training and meetings and other duties as assigned.
Qualifications and Requirements:
Experience working with vulnerable populations required. Experience and/or training of at least one year with individuals with disabilities preferred. Medication administration training required (may be obtained after hire). First Aid training required, and CPR certificate may be required (may be obtained after hire). Mental Health certification may be required (may be obtained after hire). Bureau of Criminal Affairs background study clearance required. Driver's license required. Motor Vehicle Check (MVR) with a satisfactory driving record required. Ability to read, write, and use computer required. Basic math and problem-solving skills required. Ability to recognize boundaries. Ability to suggest and implement strategies to enhance the service. Patience, self-control, and flexibility. Computer skills that support Lutheran Social Service of Minnesota (LSS) technology. 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! Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights (https://www.eeoc.gov/poster) notice from the Department of Labor.
