Direct Support Professional Specialist - Part Time

Job Title: Direct Support Professional Specialist

Location: Twin Cities Area including North Metro including Maple Lake/Buffalo area and South Metro including Cottage Grove area.

Schedule: Part Time Position- 16 hours/week. Specialists need to be available between 6a-10p every other weekend for scheduling purposes. Schedules are made on a weekly basis.

Job Summary: As a Specialist, you will support our people served with daily activities that include working on outcomes designed for each person served at a variety of residential group homes. Outcomes are designed to increase independence in skills. These may include learning more about community resources, finding hobbies, working on personal cares, and meal preparations/planning or budgeting. We tailor our services to each person and their needs and wishes. Additionally, as a Specialist, the position entails medication administration, cooking, cleaning, and personal cares for persons served.

Required Experience: 

• This position requires 2 years of experience with mental health diagnosis and intellectual disabilities, and experience with high behaviors including verbal and physical aggressions.

Required Qualifications: 

• 21 years of age or older 
• Proficient in spoken and written English language
• Comfortable providing personal cares (including but not limited to: bathroom supports, bathing/showering, medication administration)
• Successful clearance of Department of Human Services background check
• Successful clearance of Motor Vehicle Background Check and acceptable driving record per Company Policy

Preferred Experience:

• At least 2 years supporting individuals with autism, intellectual disabilities, and/or mental health diagnosis
• At least 2 years working with individuals with verbal and physical aggressions
• Experience implementing Emergency Use of Manuel Restraints (applicable at select programs)

Meridian Services Company Benefits and Perks Include:

• Paid Training
• MN Earned Sick and Safe Time
• 401K plan with employer matching after 1 year
• Select benefits available for eligible Part-Time employees 
• Employee of the month recognition and gift card
• Growth and Management Opportunities!

Meridian Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified candidates are encouraged to apply.