Lutheran Social Service of Minnesota is a dynamic social service organization serving children, youth, adults, families, people with disabilities 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 that is Supportive, Positive and Fun. With careers that challenge, energize, and reward employees.

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

You will also:

• Assist individuals with personal cares and household needs.
• 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.
• Engage in trauma-informed care daily.

What We Offer You:

$20 / HR + $2,000 HIRE BONUS!!! Along with a 50 wage increase at 6 months! Part-time and Full time Positions Available.

• An excellent benefits package that includes medical, dental, life, vision. (Benefits vary depending on hours worked)
• 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.
• A diverse workplace.
• An outstanding reputation.

Qualifications and Requirements may include:

• 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

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.