Community Support Staff / In-Home Supports (IHS)

Dungarvin•Oakdale, MN

20h•Onsite

About The Position

Dungarvin is a mission-driven organization established in 1976, dedicated to providing support services to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, including those with mental health, behavioral, and complex medical needs. The company operates across fifteen states, focusing on person-centered care, respect, and inclusion, guided by the mission of respecting and responding to the choices of people in need of supports. They empower individuals to live meaningful lives on their own terms through individualized service plans, delivered via Medicaid and Community Support Waivers. This specific position involves providing personalized in-home and in-community services aimed at supporting and developing skills to enhance and maintain an individual's independence and life-skills. The role requires working with multiple individuals in various settings, necessitating the use of a personal vehicle for travel between shifts and for transporting the person-served, with mileage reimbursement provided. This is not a residential group-home setting.

Requirements

Must be at least 18 years old or 21 years old depending on the person-served
Education, training, or two years equivalent experience in working with developmentally disabled and/or Mental Illness, as determined by the supervisor.
Must be responsible, reliable, and able to carry out job functions without direct supervision.
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
Good communication is key in this role. You’ll rely on your reading, writing, and communication skills to document care, follow support plans, and collaborate with both internal and external team members.

Responsibilities

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.
Assist individuals with daily activities like personal care, meal prep, transportation, housekeeping, and laundry, all while fostering independence.
Maintain a clean, safe space that ensures comfort and support while helping individuals reach their personal goals.
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.