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About the Role
Positive Support Specialists (PSS) work in Intensive Community Residential Services (ICRS) programs, serving individuals with intensive medical, behavioral, and mental health needs. This role utilizes a person-centered approach to support individuals in reaching their goals while ensuring safety for all. Consistency and routine are key to the success of these programs.
Responsibilities
- Assist individuals to be more independent in performing essential life skills such as meal preparation, personal hygiene, and navigating the community.
- Advocate for the people supported in areas such as rights, medical care, and in the community.
- Complete necessary documentation and record-keeping every shift.
- Manage crisis situations safely and effectively, which may include the potential use of manual restraints.
- Engage in trauma-informed care daily.
Requirements
- Must be physically able to stand, squat, bend, or walk for long periods of time.
- Ability to lift 50 lbs. is necessary.
- Must be cleared by a Bureau of Criminal Affairs (BCA) background study.
- Must possess a driver's license.
- A Motor Vehicle Check (MVR) is also required.
Skills
- Strong interpersonal skills
- Ability to work with a variety of individuals
- Knowledge of local community resources is a plus
Location
- Minnesota
Work Type
- Full-time
Experience Level
- 1-2 years of working with people with complex needs
- 3-5 years of relevant experience preferred
Education Level
- High school diploma
- Degree in a field relevant to this role preferred
Benefits
- Medical
- Dental
- Life
- Vision
- 403(b) plan with a match
- Wellness program
- Other ancillary plans
- Generous PTO plan
- Holiday pay
- Float days
- Training paid at full wage
- Opportunities for continued professional development and growth
About the Company
- Lutheran Social Service of Minnesota is a dynamic social service organization serving children, youth and families, people with disabilities, older adults, and military veterans.
- Trustworthiness is a value and strength shared by our employees and recognized by the communities we serve.
- We offer an Alive Workplace (Supportive, Positive and Fun) and careers that challenge, energize, and reward employees.
- LSS is dedicated to providing community-based services in the most integrated setting possible.
- We developed Intensive Community Residential Services (ICRS) in response to a need in our community for more options for individuals with complex needs.
Equal Opportunity
- An ALIVE Workplace that is Supportive, Positive, Healthy, and Fun!
- A workplace that embraces diversity.
- An outstanding reputation.