Positive Support Specialist with 2000 Hiring Bonus

Lutheran Social Service of Minnesota•Austin, MN

About The Position

Lutheran Social Service of Minnesota (LSS) is hiring Positive Support Specialists (PSS) for its Intensive Community Residential Services (ICRS) programs. These specialized, community-based programs support individuals with intensive medical, behavioral, and mental health needs in the most integrated setting possible. Staff use a person-centered approach to help people work toward their goals while considering the safety of the individuals supported, team members, and the community. Consistency and routine are important to the programs’ success. Positive Support Specialists assist individuals at home and in the community, supporting participation in meaningful activities and greater independence in essential life skills. The role involves advocacy, shift-by-shift documentation, trauma-informed care, and safely managing crisis situations, which may include potential use of manual restraints. Training in Positive Behavioral Supports and manual restraints is provided in conjunction with 245D requirements. Pay is $19.00 per hour, with a $2,000 hiring bonus for eligible employees. Full-time and part-time positions are available, with shifts from 7:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., 3:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m., or awake overnight from 11:00 p.m. to 7:00 a.m. To qualify for the hiring bonus, employees must work at least 40% FTE, remain current on all trainings, maintain employment in good standing, and work all scheduled shifts.

Requirements

Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work with a variety of individuals.
Ability to stand, squat, bend, or walk for long periods of time.
Ability to lift 50 pounds.
Must pass a Bureau of Criminal Affairs (BCA) background study.
Must have a driver's license; a Motor Vehicle Check (MVR) is also required.
Minimum education: high school diploma.
Minimum of 1–2 years of experience working with people with complex needs.

Nice To Haves

A degree in a field relevant to the role is preferred.
Knowledge of local community resources is a plus.
Three to five years of relevant experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

Assist individuals with essential life skills, including meal preparation, personal hygiene, and navigating the community.
Support individuals at home and in the community to participate in events and activities that are meaningful to them.
Advocate for the people supported regarding their rights, medical care, and participation in the community.
Complete required documentation and record-keeping during every shift.
Manage crisis situations safely and effectively, which may include potential use of manual restraints.
Provide trauma-informed care.
Follow Positive Behavioral Supports and manual-restraint practices after receiving training in conjunction with 245D requirements.