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. Consider joining us!

Job Summary:

As a Positive Support Specialist, you will work with high functioning individuals who have severe and persistent mental illness (SPMI) and challenging behaviors to become more independent. These behaviors can include, but are not limited to, verbal/physical aggression, property destruction, self-injurious behaviors, suicidal ideation/attempts, and elopement.

You will also:

• 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 all aspects of their life in areas such as rights, medical care, and in the community.
• Participate with the individuals in a variety of events and activities.
• Complete necessary documentation and record-keeping every shift.
• Manage crisis situations safely and effectively - this can include potential use of manual restraints. Candidates will receive training on manual restraints in conjunction with the 245D requirements.
• Engage in trauma-informed care daily.

What We Offer You:

• An excellent benefits package that includes medical, dental, life, vision, 403(b) plan with a match, wellness program, and other ancillary plans.
• Generous PTO plan, paid holidays, and float days.
• Paid training.
• Opportunities to continue professional development.
• An ALIVE Workplace that is Supportive, Positive, Healthy, and Fun!
• A diverse workplace.
• An outstanding reputation.

Qualifications and Requirements:

• Minimum requirement of one-year of working with individuals with maladaptive behavioral history and knowledge of behavior management techniques preferred.
• Minimum requirement of one-year of CRS, 245D, or SCS experience.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to work with a variety of individuals and recognized individual boundaries.
• Previous completion of at least on singular training in behavioral skills/emergency use of manual restraints such as PIA, CPI, and MANDT.
• Knowledge of local community resources is a plus.
• Must be cleared by a Bureau of Criminal Affairs (BCA) background study and have a driver's license - a Motor Vehicle Check (MVR is also required.

Lutheran Social Service of Minnesota is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer of all people regardless of gender, race, culture, religion, ethnicity, protected veteran status and/or disability. We actively foster an environment that is free of racism, discrimination, bias, and harassment where all individuals are treated with dignity, safety, and respect.