Part-Time Positive Support Specialist
About The Position
Lutheran Social Service of Minnesota is a dynamic social service organization serving children, youth and families, people with disabilities, older adults, and military veterans. The organization offers an Alive Workplace (Supportive, Positive and Fun) and careers that challenge, energize, and reward employees. LSS is dedicated to providing community-based services in the most integrated setting possible, having developed Intensive Community Residential Services (ICRS) to address the need for more options for individuals with complex needs. Positive Support Specialists (PSS) work in these highly specialized ICRS programs, which serve individuals with intensive medical, behavioral, and mental health needs. The approach is person-centered, focusing on supporting individuals to reach their goals while ensuring the safety of the individual, team members, and the community. Consistency and routine are key factors for success. Highly trained Positive Support Specialists will assist individuals both at home and in the community to participate in meaningful events and activities.
Requirements
- Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to work with a variety of individuals.
- Must physically be able to stand, squat, bend, or walk for long periods of time.
- The ability to lift 50 lbs. is necessary.
- Must be cleared by a Bureau of Criminal Affairs (BCA) background study and have a driver's license - a Motor Vehicle Check (MVR) is also required.
- Minimum education is a high school diploma
- Minimum experience is 1-2 years of working with people with complex needs
Nice To Haves
- Knowledge of local community resources is a plus.
- A degree in a field relevant to this role.
- 3-5 years of relevant experience
Responsibilities
- Assist individuals to be more independent in performing essential life skills such as meal preparation, personal hygiene and navigating the community.
- Advocate for the people supported in areas such as rights, medical care and in the community.
- Complete necessary documentation and record-keeping every shift.
- Manage crisis situations safely and effectively - this can include potential use of manual restraints.
- Engage in trauma-informed care daily.
Benefits
- An excellent benefits package that includes medical, dental, life, vision, 403(b) plan with a match, wellness program, and other ancillary plans.
- A generous PTO plan, holiday pay, and float days.
- Training paid at full wage.
- Opportunities for continued professional development and growth within the organization.
- An ALIVE Workplace that is Supportive, Positive, Healthy, and Fun!
- A workplace that embraces diversity.
- An outstanding reputation.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
501-1,000 employees
