Independent Support Specialist

Dungarvin

Independent Support Specialist

Stillwater, MN +2 locations
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    Job Description

    **Must be a valid driver

    This is a position that provides a personalized blend of in-home and in-community services that focus on the support and skill development a person needs to maintain and/or increase their independence and teach individual life-skills. The goals will look different for each person-served that you provide support to, and this position will work both in-community and in-home settings. Staff will work with multiple person-served and will need to use their own personal vehicle to drive to and from shifts and to transport the person-served. Mileage reimbursement is offered.

    **This is not a residential group-home setting

    In this position you will have the opportunity to:

    • Assist individuals in a 1:1 in-home and in-community setting as you support them in pursuing a happy, healthy, and more independent life.
    • Provide skill development in areas including but not limited to: community participation, health, safety and wellness, household management and adaptive skills.
      • Examples: Accompanying person-served on errands and appointments, budgeting skills, and integrating into social events
    • Attend team meetings, write progress reports, and assist supervisors in maintaining consistency in service provision and communication with support team members.
    • Create lasting, positive impacts on peoples’ lives through coaching, mentoring, and encouraging others to reach their goals.

    Available locations and schedules :

    • Part-time schedules available
    • Hours vary by location and the needs of the person-served
    • Schedules are subject to change based on the individuals needs
  • Qualifications

    Qualifications

    • Must be at least 18 years old or 21 years old depending on the person-served
    • Valid driver's license with acceptable driving record, auto liability insurance, and a reliable vehicle to transport person-served (required)
    • High school diploma or GED
    • Associates in relevant field OR two years equivalent experience in working with developmentally disabled and/or mental illness, as determined by the supervisor.
    • Willing to drive a 30-mile radius
    • Adept in the use of technology and possess a smart device with adequate data
    • Must be flexible and a team player, willing to provide the resources and positive support needed for the person-served

    Additional Information

    • Wages start at $18.50/hour
    • Medical, Vision and Dental Insurance for full-time employees
    • Supplemental Insurance
    • Flex Spending and HSA Accounts for full-time employees
    • Pet Insurance
    • Life Insurance for full-time employees
    • 401 K plan with up to 3% employer match after one year of services
    • PAID TIME OFF (PTO) for eligible employees
    • PTO Donation
    • Growth and Development Opportunities
    • Employee Referral Program
    • Employee Assistance Program
    • National Brand Discounts
    • Pay Active – access up to 50% of your pay before payday
    • PAID training and orientation

    Equal Opportunity Employer

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  • Locations
    Stillwater, MN • Roseville, MN • Crystal, MN