- Campuses:
- Twin Cities
- Crookston
- Duluth
- Morris
- Rochester
- Other Locations
Work Schedule
Various
Program Description
Hiawatha Homes, Inc. supports children, adults, and families with: developmental disabilities, physical impairments, brain injuries, specialized medical needs, limited mental health issues, autism spectrum disorders, and other health disabilities. We are dedicated to providing person driven support services to individuals and families. Quality support services will be delivered with dignity and respect for each person and his or her unique needs.
Experience/Education Requirements
- Must be at least 18 years of age
- Ability to speak, write, and comprehend the English language
- A valid drivers license, satisfactory motor vehicle record is required for morning and evening shifts and successful completion of Hiawatha Homes driving test
- Upon hire, candidates must provide proof of employment eligibility and pass a state of Minnesota background check before working unsupervised
- Ability to work with and support both male and females
- Successful completion of Hiawatha Homes Medication Administration class
Job Duties
- Implement each person’s individual daily program plan
- Assist each person with his or her personal cares and daily routine
- Show respect and dignity while assisting each person
- Provide choices and promote independence at home and in the community
- Support people in establishing and maintaining relationships with friends, family, and community connections
- Clearly and accurately document information related to each person’s daily program plan
- Follow abuse prevention plan as written for person
- Demonstrate ability to support each person’s dignity of risk while following through with specific plan/s to reduce vulnerability in identified areas
- Clearly and accurately document incidents related to the person’s vulnerabilities and communicate information as outlined in the person’s individualized plan
- Follow health plans as written for each person
- Administer medications and treatments as directed
- Ability to locate and use medical information established by the program nurse
- Clearly and accurately document changes in the person’s condition and communicate this information to the nurse and coordinator
- Provide a clean and safe environment for each person
- Prepare and provide balanced meals according to the basic food groups
- Clearly and accurately document and report maintenance or household needs to the appropriate supervisor
Requisition #174098
Policy
The University of Minnesota shall provide equal access to and opportunity in its programs, facilities, and employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender, age, marital status, disability, public assistance status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression.
How to Apply
All applicants must apply through the U of M online application system at https://employment.umn.edu. Use the requisition number listed in each job description to search for the appropriate position and application instructions.
UMR Campus Safety and Security Report
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Additional Information
For additional information, to request disability accommodations, and/or to receive materials available in alternative formats, please contact Andrea Wilson.