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Meridian Services, Zenith Services & Orion...

Columbia, MN | Full Time

$33k-38k (estimate)

5 Months Ago

In-Home Services Direct Support Professional

$33k-38k (estimate)

Full Time 5 Months Ago

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Meridian Services, Zenith Services & Orion... is Hiring an In-Home Services Direct Support Professional Near Columbia, MN

Meridian Services, Inc.

Aligning Dreams and Opportunities!

Title: Direct Support Professional

Position Type: Part time (full time options available if preferred)

Location: Columbia Heights, MN

Schedule: Saturday and Sunday 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM (with the option of every other weekend if preferred)

Wage: $20.50/hour

Company Perks:

Family Owned

Paid Training

Supplemental Insurance offered through Colonial Life

401 K plan

MERSC Benefits that can be used at a variety of recreation and vendors in Minnesota

Childcare at Corporate for Employees

Growth Opportunities

Employee of the month recognition and gift card

MERIDIAN SERVICES provides person centered services to people with intellectual disabilities in a variety of settings, including Residential (group home services), In Home Services/ semi-independent living assistance, vocational services, case management and other supportive programs. Meridian Services was established in 1980 working with SILS persons. Today, we have 30 group homes, 220 In Home/SILS persons, and 120 Case Managers with our company in Minnesota. Our mission is to provide services of the finest quality, so that those we serve will be able to realize their dreams.

Overall Summary

We’re looking for a caring direct support professional to work with individuals with mental health diagnosis or intellectual disabilities in their own homes or family homes. As a direct support professional, you will be a part of helping people work on outcomes/goals to gain independence and lifelong skills. Our ideal candidate will have experience working with others in the social services field.

Responsibilities

Work on tailored outcomes with each person assigned on the caseload. Outcomes may include budgeting, community exploration, meal planning, organizational skills, coping skills, and/or physical fitness.
Be an active participant with individuals served when working on outcomes and out in the community.
Assist with personal cares as needed if person working with needs assistance
Provide guidance and instructional teaching to persons while building life skills.
Provide transportation in own vehicle, with person served to activities in the community

Requirements

To be at least 18 years of age for the In-Home program

Have a vehicle with current car insurance

Have an acceptable driving record as determined by Meridian Services policy.

Successful clearance from a DHS background Study

Experience working with intellectual disabilities, autism or mental health diagnosis

At Meridian Services, we hire great people from a wide variety of backgrounds because we believe it makes our organization stronger. Meridian Services is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer.

Candidates are encouraged to apply at meridiansvs.com/careers