Direct Support Professional - Cottage Grove
Company: Meridian Services, Zenith Services & Orion Associa
Location: Cottage Grove
Posted on: January 28, 2023
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Job Description:
Meridian Services, Inc.Where Dreams and Opportunities AlignJoin
our team as a Direct Support Professional at our Bayport Program in
Cottage Grove, MN!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.Company Perks:Family OwnedMedical and Dental
InsuranceVision InsurancePet InsurancePaid Time OffPaid Training401
K plan (employees who work 20 hours or more per week are
eligible)Childcare at Corporate office for Employees at reasonable
tuition ratesGrowth OpportunitiesEmployee of the month recognition
and gift cardSchedule: 4 days a week (between 6a-4p) and 2-3
weekends a monthWage: $19 per hourOverall SummaryBayport is home
for 4 very active boys and young men that enjoy keeping busy. The
people at this home enjoy getting out regularly to enjoy their
local community by walking, biking, and attending community events.
In this position, staff focus on routines, transitions, and sensory
diets as well as supporting the person in all aspects of daily
living. We are looking for a staff that is patient and comfortable
with personal cares. Staff at this program need to be a
self-starter and take the initiative to complete tasks without
being asked to do so. A good knowledge of autism is preferable.As a
Direct Support Professional, 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 Direct Support Professional, the
position entails medication administration, cooking, cleaning, and
personal cares (baths and helping change briefs) for persons
served.ResponsibilitiesWork on tailored outcomes with each person
in the home. Outcomes may include: budgeting, behavioral
management, 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 per
person servedProvide guidance and instructional teaching to persons
while building life skills.Provide cleaning, cooking and medication
administration to the men living at the homeProvide supervision and
transportation in the community on activities and appointments.
Typically, a company vehicle is available, but times may require
use of own personal vehicleRequirementsTo be at least 21 years of
age for the Bayport SLS program per DHS Licensing for staff working
at child foster care sites.Have a vehicle with current car
insuranceHave an acceptable driving record as determined by
Meridian Services policy.Successful clearance from a DHS background
StudyAbility to complete personal caresExperience working with
intellectual disabilities and autismExperience with physical and
verbal aggressionsAt 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.Qualified candidates are encouraged
to apply at /careers. Please contact HR Recruiting at for
questions.
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