Behavior Technician - Winona

MN Care Services offers customized care to individuals with complex needs. Our mission is to provide limitless and effective services to members in the community to maintain their wellbeing.

The Behavior Technician will be responsible for providing positive, compassionate, supportive services to people with complex behavioral needs in a 2:1 staffing ratio.

This position is eligible for a $1,500 hiring bonus!

Location: Winona, MN
Reports to: Designated Coordinator
Pay Rate: $18.00 per hour during training, $25.00 per hour once scheduled in-ratio

Job duties, including but not limited to…

• Assist individual with daily activities, like personal care, meal preparation, transportation to appointments or events, and engaging with their community, all while advocating for and encouraging their independence
• Maintain positive working relationship with peers, Designated Coordinator, Designated Manager, and MN Care Services Leadership
• Work with individual to overcome behavioral challenges with a person-centered approach and compassionate care
• Complete and maintain accurate documentation related to the individual, as well as complete and maintain accurate, required compliance reporting
• Maintain a clean, safe space in partnership with the individual served, ensuring comfort, support, and goal achievement
• Provide supervision, positive reinforcement, and guidance to the individual served so they may thrive, grow, and enjoy their life
• Other duties and responsibilities as needed

Required Education, Skills and Abilities

• Must be 21 years of age - individual served is a minor
• One of the three educational requirements below, with additional training, certifications, and leadership experience considered:

o Four-year degree in a related field, such as but not limited to human services, social work, healthcare, nursing, or psychology

o Two-year degree in a related field, with two years of experience working with individuals with complex behavioral and/or mental health needs, in a residential, group home, behavioral health, or psychiatric setting

o High School Diploma or GED plus 2-3 years of applicable experience serving individuals with behavioral needs

• Ability to successfully complete a Minnesota State Background Study with fingerprinting
• Valid Driver’s License, clean driving record, and reliable transportation
• Clear communicator through verbal, written, and electronic means (e.g. Microsoft Office products, email, text messaging)
• Compassion and ability to advocate for and empower people with non-linear life paths

Additional Qualifications

• Previous employment experience in a Minnesota Statute 245D-regulated capacity
• College degree in a related human and/or social services field plus additional, applicable experience serving individuals with behavioral needs
• Knowledge and experience with positive behavior support plans
• Experience working with people with complex mental health and/or behavioral conditions

In addition to competitive pay, we offer:
Individual Health Insurance Reimbursement Account for eligible positions
Paid Time Off
Professional development and support from day one
Recognition and rewards
Employee Referral Program

MN Care Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer and participates in E-Verify.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $18.00 - $25.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Employee discount
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program

Application Question(s):

• If you were referred by a current MN Care Services employee, please add their FULL (first AND last) NAME here:
• This position requires individuals to be 21 years of age or older, due to serving a minor under Minnesota state requirements. Please confirm you understand this requirement.

Shift availability:

• Day Shift (Preferred)
• Night Shift (Preferred)
• Overnight Shift (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

• Winona, MN (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $18 - $25