Individualized Home Support Professional - Part Time

This position will be primarily working in the homes of the people we support. Locations could include Washington County (Oakdale, Woodbury, North St. Paul) and Saint Paul. The ideal candidate for this role will be someone who is available to work Monday - Friday between the hours of 2pm and 8pm.

Responsible for assisting adults with disabilities maintain independence and improve daily living skills.  Assist people to engage in meaningful activities both at home and in the community.  This position will provide support to people in their homes and focuses on the following : community participation, heath, safety, and wellness, household management, and adaptive skills.

• Assist with community participation which may include : safely getting in and around the community, community resource use and access, informal support system and network development, interpersonal communication skills, recreation / socialization planning, and skill building to meet transportation needs.
• Assist with health, safety, and wellness which may include : collaboration with the person to arrange appointments, providing support, supervision, training or instruction to complete self-care, and support for the person to reach their health, safety, and wellness goals.
• Assist with household management, which may include : guidance and supervision to complete household care and maintenance tasks, household safety knowledge and skills, guidance and support with cooking, meal planning, healthy lifestyle skills, household chores, and personal needs purchasing.
• Assist with adaptive skills which may include : crisis prevention skills, problem solving, sensory / motor development, support strategies for self-sufficiency, support and training to increase positive behavior.
• Maintain up-to-date records and documentation for each person on case load.
• Must accurately read and implement Coordinated Service and Support Plan / Addendums, medication instructions etc. Must accurately record observations including Accident / Incident Reports, Seizure Reports, and observations related to progress in meeting individualized plans. Must accurately complete medication administration records and other paperwork related to Direct Support Professional duties.

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