Part-Time Positive Support Specialist

Lutheran Social Service of Minnesota • Hibbing, MN

4d

About The Position

Lutheran Social Service of Minnesota’s Positive Support Specialists work in Intensive Community Residential Services (ICRS), highly specialized programs serving individuals with intensive medical, behavioral, and mental health needs. The programs use a person-centered approach to support individuals in reaching their goals while considering the safety of the individuals, team members, and community. Consistency and routine are important to the programs’ success. Specialists support individuals at home and in the community, helping them participate in meaningful events and activities and build independence in essential life skills. The role also involves advocacy, shift documentation, crisis response, and daily trauma-informed care. Training in Positive Behavioral Supports and manual restraints is provided in conjunction with 245D requirements.

Requirements

• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work with a variety of individuals.
• Must be physically able 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 experience: 1–2 years working with people with complex needs.

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

• Support individuals at home and in the community to participate in meaningful events and activities.
• Assist individuals in becoming more independent with essential life skills, including meal preparation, personal hygiene, and navigating the community.
• Advocate for individuals in areas such as rights, medical care, and community participation.
• Complete necessary documentation and record-keeping each shift.
• Manage crisis situations safely and effectively, which may include potential use of manual restraints.
• Engage in trauma-informed care daily.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, life, and vision plans.
• 403(b) plan with a match.
• Wellness program and other ancillary plans.
• 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 described as supportive, positive, healthy, and fun.
• A workplace that embraces diversity.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED