Coverage Specialist
Orion ISO, Minneapolis, MN, United States
Direct Support Professional Specialist
Meridian Services offers person-centered supports and cares to individuals with mental illness, intellectual disabilities, and physical disabilities across a diverse range of settings. These include Residential Services, In-Home Services, and Case Management Services. Today, we have 30 group homes, 150 In-Home person served, and over 100 Case Managers across the state of Minnesota. Our mission is to provide services of the finest quality so that those we serve will be able to achieve their goals! Location: Twin Cities Area including North Metro including Maple Lake/Buffalo area and South Metro including Cottage Grove area. Schedule: 35-40 hours/week. Specialists should be available Monday-Friday flex 4 days a week between 6am-10pm and every other weekend between 6am-10pm for scheduling purposes. Schedules will be completed on a weekly basis and are subject to change based on needs of programs. Job Summary: As a Specialist, 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 Specialist, the position entails medication administration, cooking, cleaning, and personal cares for persons served. Required Experience: This position requires 2 years of experience with mental health diagnosis and intellectual disabilities, and experience with high behaviors including verbal and physical aggressions. Required Qualifications: 21 years of age or older Proficient in spoken and written English language Comfortable providing personal cares (including but not limited to: bathroom supports, bathing/showering, medication administration) Successful clearance of Department of Human Services background check Successful clearance of Motor Vehicle Background Check and acceptable driving record per Company Policy Preferred Experience: At least 2 years supporting individuals with autism, intellectual disabilities, and/or mental health diagnosis At least 2 years working with individuals with verbal and physical aggressions Experience implementing Emergency Use of Manuel Restraints (applicable at select programs) Meridian Services Company Benefits and Perks Include: Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance offered Paid Time Off Paid Training 401K plan with employer matching after 1 year Company-Provided Life and Short Term Disability Insurance Supplemental Insurance and Pet Insurance offered Growth and Management Opportunities! Employee of the month recognition and gift card Meridian Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified candidates are encouraged to Apply Today!
Meridian Services offers person-centered supports and cares to individuals with mental illness, intellectual disabilities, and physical disabilities across a diverse range of settings. These include Residential Services, In-Home Services, and Case Management Services. Today, we have 30 group homes, 150 In-Home person served, and over 100 Case Managers across the state of Minnesota. Our mission is to provide services of the finest quality so that those we serve will be able to achieve their goals! Location: Twin Cities Area including North Metro including Maple Lake/Buffalo area and South Metro including Cottage Grove area. Schedule: 35-40 hours/week. Specialists should be available Monday-Friday flex 4 days a week between 6am-10pm and every other weekend between 6am-10pm for scheduling purposes. Schedules will be completed on a weekly basis and are subject to change based on needs of programs. Job Summary: As a Specialist, 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 Specialist, the position entails medication administration, cooking, cleaning, and personal cares for persons served. Required Experience: This position requires 2 years of experience with mental health diagnosis and intellectual disabilities, and experience with high behaviors including verbal and physical aggressions. Required Qualifications: 21 years of age or older Proficient in spoken and written English language Comfortable providing personal cares (including but not limited to: bathroom supports, bathing/showering, medication administration) Successful clearance of Department of Human Services background check Successful clearance of Motor Vehicle Background Check and acceptable driving record per Company Policy Preferred Experience: At least 2 years supporting individuals with autism, intellectual disabilities, and/or mental health diagnosis At least 2 years working with individuals with verbal and physical aggressions Experience implementing Emergency Use of Manuel Restraints (applicable at select programs) Meridian Services Company Benefits and Perks Include: Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance offered Paid Time Off Paid Training 401K plan with employer matching after 1 year Company-Provided Life and Short Term Disability Insurance Supplemental Insurance and Pet Insurance offered Growth and Management Opportunities! Employee of the month recognition and gift card Meridian Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified candidates are encouraged to Apply Today!