Richfield, MN30+ days ago
Wage: $19.00 per hour to $24.00 per hour How you will make a difference: As part of our team, you will support people with disabilities in the following areas: Participates in the individual planning process with each person served Collaborate with a person’s care team and facilitate team meetings Promote hobbies and recreational activities Assist with meal planning, grocery/personal shopping, & cooking Schedule and attend medical appointments & provide medication administration Support & develop independent living skills Provide education & opportunities to problem solve with regards to safety skills, apartment maintenance, finances and budgeting, social interactions, and self-advocacy Supervise a staff of Direct Support Professionals Provide training to personnel on person served health and support needs so individuals can live as independently as possible Manage and maintain staffing schedule to ensure people’s support needs are met Collaborate with the program manager regarding staff training and coaching What you will bring to Opportunity Partners A desire to make a difference in the lives of people with disabilities Work independently and within a team Must have reliable transportations and possess a valid driver’s license. A minimum of 50 hours of education and training related to human services, education, or health and four years full-time work experience providing direct care services to persons with disabilities or persons aged 65 and older or equivalent work experience providing care or education to vulnerable adults or children and is under the supervision of staff person who meets the designated coordinator qualifications listed above.