Positive Support Specialist-Asleep Overnight

Lutheran Social Service of Minnesota•Shoreview, MN

5d•Onsite

About The Position

As an Intermittent Positive Support Specialist, you will provide guidance, encouragement, and support for the person supported to develop and implement a personal life plan that will result in reaching personal goals, development, increased strengths, skills, and coping abilities; as required during assigned overnight hours. This position will participate as a team member that fosters an environment which supports people in pursuit of their hopes, dreams, and personal outcomes, creating a lifelong home for the people supported. This position will partner with Behavioral Analysts, Autism Specialists, Therapists, and Medical and other professionals to balance “Important To” (Personal preferences and goals) with “Important For” (Societal expectations, health and safety), develop and implement support plans, collect and analyze data, and adjust medications and support plans based on data collected. This position is allowed to sleep (generally 5 hours), but is expected to address concerns during the night and support individuals in morning hours. In this role, you will provide structured continuity by working one-on-one or two-on-one to address any situation that may arise and ensure the safety of the people supported, team members, and the public. It will also ensure a safe and secure environment both in the home and in the community.

Requirements

Experience working with vulnerable populations required.
Medication administration training required (may be obtained after hire).
First Aid training required.
MANDT training required.
Knowledge and experience of behavior management techniques.
Physicality to implement positive support strategies and to walk long distances.
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 a computer required.
Basic math and problem-solving skills required.
Ability to recognize boundaries and relate to a wide variety of people.
Ability to suggest and implement strategies to enhance the service.
Patience, self-control, self-directed, flexibility, attention to detail, ability to comply with support plan consistently, meet deadlines.

Nice To Haves

Experience and/or training of at least one year with individuals with maladaptive behavioral history preferred.
Comprehension of current MN statutes 245D, Positive Behavior Supports preferred.
CPR Certificate may be required (may be obtained after hire).

Responsibilities

Provide guidance, encouragement, and support for the person supported to develop and implement a personal life plan.
Foster an environment that supports people in pursuit of their hopes, dreams, and personal outcomes.
Partner with Behavioral Analysts, Autism Specialists, Therapists, and Medical and other professionals.
Balance “Important To” (Personal preferences and goals) with “Important For” (Societal expectations, health and safety).
Develop and implement support plans.
Collect and analyze data.
Adjust medications and support plans based on data collected.
Address concerns during the night and support individuals in morning hours.
Provide structured continuity by working one-on-one or two-on-one.
Address any situation that may arise and ensure the safety of the people supported, team members, and the public.
Ensure a safe and secure environment both in the home and in the community.
Assist with cleaning duties and complete required documentation during the last two hours of the shift.