InHome Support Specialist

InHome Support Specialist

Mankato, MN

Part Time to Full Time

Entry Level

InHome Support Specialist

Harry Meyering Center (HMC)is a nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting people with developmental disabilities in living meaningful, fulfilling, and independent lives in their communities.

Job Purpose

As an InHome Support Specialist, you'll provide person-centered support to individuals in their homes and throughout the community. You'll help individuals work toward their goals, build independence, access community resources, attend appointments, and participate in activities that matter to them.

Whether you're helping with everyday tasks, exploring the community, or building life skills, you'll play an important role in helping others live life on their terms. This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys building relationships, making a difference, and helping others succeed.

Position:Approximately 30 hours per week

Schedule:Typically, Monday–Friday, with shifts scheduled between 8:00 AM and 8:00 PM. Some flexibility is available.

Wage: $19.00 per hour

Job Duties and Responsibilities

• Communicate with the support team both verbally and in writing

• Provide assistance and support to individuals served in their homes and in the community

• Go grocery shopping, help with cleaning, go to the movies, take to appointments, and more

• Write outcomes, procedures, and POCs for individuals founded on needs, wants, and dreams

• Demonstrate and act as necessary based on knowledge of systems, routines, applicable licensing regulations, and programming

• Facilitate access to healthcare services, educate regarding personal health issues, and support/assist with medical recommendations and directives from health care providers

• Encourage participation in leisure activities at home and in the community to promote a healthy lifestyle and socially valued goals

• Advocate for the benefit of others

• Assist in the orientation and training of new employees

Benefits for Eligible Employees

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance

• Employer HSA contributions

• 401(k) with employer contributions

• Employer-paid life insurance

• Virtual healthcare option through Nice Healthcare

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

• Competitive paid time off and holidays

What do we need from you?

• Must be at least 18 years of age and have a high school diploma or general education degree

• Prior experience or training is not required, but it is preferred to have experience as a CNA, PCA, Caregiver, DSP, or healthcare-related professional

• Must hold a valid United States driver's licenseand pass a driving record check conducted by our insurance carrier

• Reliable transportation with willingness to transport individuals

• Must pass the MN Department of Human Services Background Study

• Willingness to learn

• Ability to do household chores such as cooking, cleaning, and laundry

If you have any questions about the job opportunities and joining our team, please feel free to reach out via phone: (507)387-8281

Harry Meyering Center, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer

It is the policy of HMC to afford equal opportunity regardless of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, marital status, mental or physical disability, sexual orientation, status with regard to public assistance, or any other characteristic protected by law. This policy applies to all aspects of the application process and employment relationship including but not limited to hiring, promotion, transfer, demotion, termination, discipline, benefits, and other terms and conditions of employment