Independent Living Skills Job at Thrive Youth Services
Thrive Youth Services Minneapolis, MN
$17 - $19 an hour
Thrive Youth Services LLC specializes in the design and implementation of intensive youth development services that aim to rehabilitate and guide youth ages 12 to 18 (up to 21 with extended care plan). We work closely with various medical professionals, psychiatrists, psychologists, independent living skills workers, and PCA service providers in running special mentoring programs and youth employment schemes that can help them better manage their conditions, get back on track, and improve the quality of their lives. We also provide one-on-one staff servicing for youth with higher behavioral needs and individualized home supports.
POSITION SUMMARY: The IHS Direct Support Professional provides one-on-one instruction and support to individuals with disabilities to assist them in living in their own home or working towards moving from their family's home.The IHS DSP coaches and role-models activities of daily living including, but not limited to, morning and evening routines, personal hygiene, cleaning, laundry, daily chores, meal planning, cooking, budgeting, shopping, healthy nutrition, social interactions, community outings, and use of public transportation. Primary instruction takes place in the individual's home and local community.
Various scheduling options available. Including part-time Float positions.
SITE LOCATIONS:
Multiple Locations - Northwest Metro
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Provides Person-Centered Supports:
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Works with the supervisor and program participants to develop a person-centered plan to assist clients in reaching their highest level of independent living.
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Provides support to develop and follow a consistent training schedule of independent living skills with clients as determined by their support plan.
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Promotes and teaches self-advocacy, personal, domestic, medical, financial, social/recreational, communication, and behavior management skills to maintain independence.
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Completes daily written documentation of activities as assigned, including plans, progress notes and reports.
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Safeguards client privacy and confidentiality, making sure protected health information is secured in accordance with agency guidelines and state and federal regulations.
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Works with clients to build skills and increase independence.
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Works to ensure that client service needs are addressed and advocated for, as necessary.
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Assists client in making progress toward their defined goals within their timeline, seeks opportunities for client growth, and challenges client to pursue opportunities as applicable.
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Ensures that client supports stay within the client plan and scope of staff services to provide appropriate support while building independence.
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Works independently and effectively manages time with little to no direct daily supervision.
Communication:
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Communicates with clients at least weekly and within twenty-four (24) hours of contact while maintaining professional boundaries. Uses client's preferred communication method.
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Maintains an open and professional line of communication with clients' case managers. Responds to communication from clients & case managers within twenty-four (24) hours. Keeps the supervisor informed by keeping them copied on email communications and updating them on other communications within twenty-four (24) hours. Communications with case manager are professional, grammatically correct and free of spelling errors.
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Updates the supervisor on all important client changes including hospitalizations or life-changing events (e.g., housing, family changes, major medical updates, employment, etc.) within twenty-four (24) hours. Works with supervisor to address client issues quickly and efficiently. Communicates with supervisor about agency-related issues and/or concerns. Problem-solves and attempts to find a solution to non-urgent client issues independently before reaching out to supervisor.
Documentation & Written Reports:
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Creates professional, thoroughly written, grammatically correct, and spelling-error-free reports per agency guidelines
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Provides monthly updates to the supervisor and sends approved monthly updates to the client and their applicable team members within expected timeframes. Reports require few edits for approval.
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Ensures client electronic and paper files are secure and documents containing PHI are properly disposed of (i.e., shredded) when no longer up-to-date or necessary in accordance with agency policy and state and federal regulations.
Meetings & Trainings:
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Attends all staff meetings, trainings, and any other mandatory meetings.
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Other duties as assigned.
Driving Requirements
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The IHS Direct Support Professional is an unlimited driving position.
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Employees in this driving category are expected to drive up to thirty (30) miles to and between clients and to transport clients up to fifty (50) miles for goal-related activities.
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Employees are expected to maintain a valid driver's license, a safe vehicle, and auto liability insurance.
Job Qualifications
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POSITION SUMMARY: The IHS Direct Support Professional provides one-on-one instruction and support to individuals with disabilities to assist them in living in their own home or working towards moving from their family's home.The IHS DSP coaches and role-models activities of daily living including, but not limited to, morning and evening routines, personal hygiene, cleaning, laundry, daily chores, meal planning, cooking, budgeting, shopping, healthy nutrition, social interactions, community outings, and use of public transportation. Primary instruction takes place in the individual's home and local community.
- As an IHS Direct Support Professional this role requires mandated reporting to the state of Minnesota regarding all suspected maltreatment of a minor or vulnerable individuals
Various scheduling options available. Including part-time Float positions.
SITE LOCATIONS:
Multiple Locations - Northwest Metro
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Provides Person-Centered Supports:
•
Works with the supervisor and program participants to develop a person-centered plan to assist clients in reaching their highest level of independent living.
•
Provides support to develop and follow a consistent training schedule of independent living skills with clients as determined by their support plan.
•
Promotes and teaches self-advocacy, personal, domestic, medical, financial, social/recreational, communication, and behavior management skills to maintain independence.
•
Completes daily written documentation of activities as assigned, including plans, progress notes and reports.
•
Safeguards client privacy and confidentiality, making sure protected health information is secured in accordance with agency guidelines and state and federal regulations.
•
Works with clients to build skills and increase independence.
•
Works to ensure that client service needs are addressed and advocated for, as necessary.
•
Assists client in making progress toward their defined goals within their timeline, seeks opportunities for client growth, and challenges client to pursue opportunities as applicable.
•
Ensures that client supports stay within the client plan and scope of staff services to provide appropriate support while building independence.
•
Works independently and effectively manages time with little to no direct daily supervision.
Communication:
•
Communicates with clients at least weekly and within twenty-four (24) hours of contact while maintaining professional boundaries. Uses client's preferred communication method.
•
Maintains an open and professional line of communication with clients' case managers. Responds to communication from clients & case managers within twenty-four (24) hours. Keeps the supervisor informed by keeping them copied on email communications and updating them on other communications within twenty-four (24) hours. Communications with case manager are professional, grammatically correct and free of spelling errors.
•
Updates the supervisor on all important client changes including hospitalizations or life-changing events (e.g., housing, family changes, major medical updates, employment, etc.) within twenty-four (24) hours. Works with supervisor to address client issues quickly and efficiently. Communicates with supervisor about agency-related issues and/or concerns. Problem-solves and attempts to find a solution to non-urgent client issues independently before reaching out to supervisor.
Documentation & Written Reports:
•
Creates professional, thoroughly written, grammatically correct, and spelling-error-free reports per agency guidelines
•
Provides monthly updates to the supervisor and sends approved monthly updates to the client and their applicable team members within expected timeframes. Reports require few edits for approval.
•
Ensures client electronic and paper files are secure and documents containing PHI are properly disposed of (i.e., shredded) when no longer up-to-date or necessary in accordance with agency policy and state and federal regulations.
Meetings & Trainings:
•
Attends all staff meetings, trainings, and any other mandatory meetings.
•
Other duties as assigned.
Driving Requirements
•
The IHS Direct Support Professional is an unlimited driving position.
•
Employees in this driving category are expected to drive up to thirty (30) miles to and between clients and to transport clients up to fifty (50) miles for goal-related activities.
•
Employees are expected to maintain a valid driver's license, a safe vehicle, and auto liability insurance.
Job Qualifications
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- High School Diploma or equivalent with at least two (2) years of professional experience working with adults with physical disabilities, mental illness, intellectual and developmental disabilities required.
- Must pass a criminal background check.
- Demonstrated experience with general computer skills, including but not limited to, productivity software, communication tools, and database management.
- Must possess and maintain a current, valid Driver License.
- Must have reliable transportation with proof of insurance.
- Must be at least eighteen (18) years of age or older.
Please Note :
apexdining.ca is the go-to platform for job seekers looking for the best job postings from around the web. With a focus on quality, the platform guarantees that all job postings are from reliable sources and are up-to-date. It also offers a variety of tools to help users find the perfect job for them, such as searching by location and filtering by industry. Furthermore, apexdining.ca provides helpful resources like resume tips and career advice to give job seekers an edge in their search. With its commitment to quality and user-friendliness, Site.com is the ideal place to find your next job.