Lead IHS Specialist - In-Home Services

Meridian Services•Maple Lake, MN

9d•Onsite

About The Position

The IHS Lead Support Worker is a lead direct support professional who helps people work toward individualized outcomes and goals that build independence and lifelong skills. The role involves 40 hours of direct care per week, as well as training new staff, providing coverage during management absences, and assisting with emergency client situations. The position serves people in homes and community settings across Central Minnesota, including the listed cities, and may require travel to other locations as needed. The schedule is Monday through Friday, with availability between 8:00 a.m. and 8:00 p.m. based on the needs of those served; occasional weekend scheduling may be required. The wage is $20 per hour and includes full-time benefits.

Requirements

Must be at least 21 years old.
Proficient in spoken and written English.
Comfortable providing personal cares, including bathroom support, bathing or showering, and medication administration.
Must successfully clear a Department of Human Services background check.
Must successfully clear a Motor Vehicle Background Check and have an acceptable driving record per company policy.
Must have experience working with intellectual disabilities, experience with person-centered programming, and experience with verbal and physical aggression.
Must be willing to use a personal vehicle for community transportation.

Nice To Haves

At least one year supporting individuals with autism, intellectual disabilities, and/or a mental health diagnosis.
At least one year working with individuals with verbal and physical aggression.
Experience implementing Emergency Use of Manual Restraints; applicable at select programs.

Responsibilities

Work with each person served on tailored outcomes, which may include budgeting, behavioral management, community exploration, meal planning, organizational skills, coping skills, and physical fitness.
Actively participate with individuals served while working on outcomes and during community activities.
Assist with personal cares as needed, including bathroom support, bathing or showering, and medication administration.
Provide guidance and instructional teaching to help people build life skills.
Provide cleaning and cooking support to people living in the home.
Provide supervision and transportation in the community using a personal vehicle.
Work in people’s homes, in the community, or at other locations as needed.
Assist in training new staff.
Provide coverage during management absences.
Help manage emergency client situations.