Youth Mental Health DSP - Bloomington

Wingspan Life Resources has current full time, part-time and on-call openings for qualified candidates 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.

• Paid Orientation & Training
• Paid Time Off
• 401(k) plan with company matching
• Life Insurance
• Health, Dental, Vision, HSA & Flex Spending Accounts
• Employee Referral Bonus Program - $1,500
• Ongoing training & Support
• Meaningful work with real impact

• 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.

• 18 years of age or older
• Valid Driver’s License
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs
• Must be comfortable using a computer
• Ability to clearly communicate, read, and write in English at a level that meets performance requirements
• Must be comfortable with and willing to assist with client's personal cares such as bathing, showering, brushing teeth, etc.
• The ability to successfully pass a background check as determined by the Department of Human Services
• The ability to have passion for helping individuals feel happy, successful, and safe in their lives is highly desired.

• 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.

Wingspan Life Resources provides services to people with developmental and other disabilities. We are currently seeking warm, engaged Float Direct Support Professionals (DSP) to assist within our group homes across the Twin Cities Metro area. As the core of Wingspan’s Services, DSP’s assist individuals in achieving their goals and thriving in their communities. DSP's provide personalized care, promote independence, and ensure a safe, supportive environment.

Key responsibilities include assisting with daily activities, medication administration, transportation, and documentation of progress.

Empowering Abilities. Nurturing Spirits. Caring For Life.

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.