FT Youth Mental Health Lead DSP - Bloomington

Youth Mental Health Lead DSP - $26.19/hour - 40 hours/wk Wingspan Life Resources seeks a qualified, experienced Lead DSP candidate to join our outstanding team of Mental Health Direct Support Professionals (MHDSP) at our Youth Crisis/Respite Home in Bloomington. The MHDSP provides support and supervision to clients ages 12 –17 with disabilities and/or mental illness that need crisis intervention services and/or behavioral programs to rehabilitate and transition clients back to permanent housing.

The scheduled hours for this position are: Tues, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat - 2:00pm to 10:00pm (Full-time, 40 hours per week) The Lead MHDSP has additional supervisory and administrative responsibilities which include but are not limited to assisting the House Coordinator and Program Coordinator with operational aspects of the program, purchasing responsibilities, and on-site leadership and training of staff.

Generous Benefits Package: Employees scheduled to work 20 hours or more are offered: PTO Accrual, Company Paid Life, Short-term, Long-term disability insurance, and enrollment in our 401(k) plan fully vested and matched at 4%. Employees scheduled to work 30 hours or more are offered: Medical and Dental Insurance, PTO Accrual, Company Paid Life, Short-term and Long-term disability insurance, and enrollment in our 401(k) plan fully vested and matched at 4%.

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) Statement: Wingspan works to create communities where everyone belongs and is valued. We are committed to creating and maintaining a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace for our employees and for the people we serve. Summary of Lead duties: To assist House Coordinator with development, implementation, and management of active treatment plans for individuals served at the home.

To assist with the on-site operational aspects of the program. To ensure compliance of staff with Wingspan policies and procedures. To assist DSP staff with training. Responsibility for purchasing household items. Summary of DSP duties: Ability to work in fast paced environment (crisis home) and work with a variety of individuals diagnosed with severe intellectual disabilities such as Autism to severe mental health.

Locate, read, understand, and implement all Wingspan Life Resources policies, procedures, and Incident and Emergency procedures for the site. Demonstrate a working knowledge of the Program Abuse Prevention plan and of the individual's background, skills, program plans, SMA, CSSPA, and IAPP. Takes initiative when responding to a crisis, ability to quickly problem solve and or de-escalate situations, monitor the safety of individuals, and provide support and supervision in a therapeutic manner with the least restrictive methods of intervention.

Document methods, progress, and results of all service delivery and interventions with measurable, factual data. Implements formal/informal crisis plans, program plans and/or behavioral objectives using person-centered planning. Enable individuals to make choices in all areas of their lives. Encourage use of public resources and recreational facilities; provide community integration opportunities.

Assist individuals with daily routines including, but not limited to, household tasks; cooking and eating; individual self-care such as bathing, showering, or brushing teeth; socializing; use of leisure time; health and safety; money management; and behavior management. Provide daily transportation for appointments and activities.

Maintain documentation, record keeping and participate in meetings and complete required training.

Qualifications

21 years of age or older High School Diploma or equivalent Ability to clearly communicate, read, and writing skills adequate to write narrative documentation in grammatically correct sentences. Must be comfortable with and willing to assist with client's personal cares such as bathing, showering, brushing teeth, etc. Must be comfortable using a computer Ability to lift and carry up to 50lb Ability to complete tasks such as shoveling, mowing, vacuuming, shopping, and pushing a wheelchair.

A valid Driver's License, reliable transportation with proof of auto insurance, and the ability to pass a Motor Vehicle Check. The ability to successfully pass a background check as determined by the Department of Human Services. Preferred: Three years' experience working with individuals with disabilities and mental illness and/or a degree in Psychology or Social Services with one-year experience.

Experience with youth with disabilities and/or high behaviors About: Founded in 1973, Wingspan Life Resources is a growing and dynamic nonprofit organization that provides services to people with developmental and other disabilities in residential homes, Crisis Respite Centers, and In-Home programs throughout the Twin Cities.

Wingspan Life Resources is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to age, race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, marital status, familial status, sexual orientation, disability, protected veteran status, membership or activity in a local human rights commission, status with regard to public assistance, or any other basis protected by law.

We prohibit discrimination in decisions concerning recruitment, hiring, training, promotions, compensation, benefits, termination, or any other condition of employment.