Blind Inc.

Description Looking for an opportunity to join a fun team and work with two gentlemen that live in the Shoreview area. Hours hiring for are PT, but have the potential to become FT hours in the near future. Hours are Thursday 8a-4p, Friday 8a-4p weekly; every other Saturday and Sunday 8a-4p. We have a great team, with high retention. Individuals are mostly independent with great personality, and fun to work with. Opportunities to explore the community, and experience new and exciting activities with the individuals that we support. If you want to work in a fun and supportive environment, you've found it in Lutheran Social Services, join our team today! As a PSS team member, 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 areas such as rights, medical care and in the community. 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 for Positive Behavioral Supports and 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. A generous PTO plan, holiday pay, and float days. Training paid at full wage. Opportunities for continued professional development and growth within the organization. An ALIVE Workplace that is Supportive, Positive, Healthy, and Fun! A workplace that embraces diversity. An outstanding reputation. Requirements: Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to work with a variety of individuals. Must physically be able to stand, squat, bend, or walk for long periods of time. The ability to lift 50 lbs. is necessary. 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. Qualifications: Minimum education is a high school diploma, but the preference is a degree in a field relevant to this role. Minimum experience is 1-2 years of working with people with complex needs, but the preference is for 3-5 years of relevant experience 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. Qualifications Education High School (preferred) Experience Work with behavioral excesses desired, but not required. (preferred) Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c) Lutheran Social Service of MN 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.