Support Professional II - Newport - Newport, MN

Job Description

Job Description

MAKE A DIFFERENCE IN THE LIVES OF ADULTS WITH DISABILITIES!

The Phoenix Residence is an organization that cares about its employees! Full-time support professionals receive a bonus of at least $1,500 this year! We are committed to putting more money in the pockets of our direct support staff.

We have an opening for a Support Professional II. In this position you will serve as an advocate for the individuals served by The Phoenix Residence, Inc. You will perform, supervise, and assist with person-centered outcomes, and with the activities of daily living through teaching, training, development and implementation of active treatment and individual person-centered plans.

• High School diploma or equivalency preferred.
• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• One year of experience working with individuals with physical and / or developmental disabilities or human services related field, preferred.
• Excellent communication skills, verbal, and written.
• Ability to coordinate activities and services.
• Ability to read, write and speak the English Language in order to adequately interact and respond to the individuals and meet their service needs.
• Ability to be a Trained Medication Passer, within first sixty (60) days of employment.
• Ability to be trained in CPR and First Aid within first sixty (60) days of employment.
• Ability to see and hear adequately in order to make assessments and respond to individuals' needs.
• Ability to respond to emergencies according to established The Phoenix Residence policies and procedures.
• Ability to use a computer for required documentation, communication and time log purposes.