Response Team Member

Bridges MN is hiring a Response Team Member! The role of the Response Team Member is to respond to crisis and provide support, problem solving, and de-escalation to individuals receiving disability services. This role provides use of a company vehicle during your shift. We are looking for someone to respond to our sites in the Lino Lakes, Oakdale and St. Paul areas.

WHY WORK FOR US? Our purpose at Bridges MN is to improve the lives of vulnerable adults by creating opportunities for more independence in their homes and jobs. For our employees, we foster an environment of growth and pride ourselves on our ability to promote from within and help you move into new roles within Bridges MN. Full-time employees are eligible for health, dental, vision, PTO, and 401k.

Location: Lino Lakes, Oakdale and St. Paul areas. This is an in-person and mobile position which involves driving throughout the shift.

Schedule and Hours: 7 days on, 7 days off. 5pm-5am (12 hour shift)

FTE: Full-time

Rate: $18 / per hour.

Job Roles/Responsibilities of the Response Team Member:

• Answer and respond appropriately to the response team phone during scheduled shifts
• Diffuse or de-escalate challenging and crisis situations involving individuals with disabilities who receive support services
• Professionally represent Bridges MN to police, paramedics, and hospital staff
• Communicate pertinent or concerning events to residential supervisors in a prompt manner
• Document and report all interactions with individuals after each shift
• Walk through apartment properties to ensure it is a healthy and safe environment
• Audit MARS and site compliance
• Provide medication reminders or observations for designated individuals
• Respond to and report accurately on incidents
• Build rapport with individuals and staff creating a trusting and supportive dynamic

Required Skills and Experience:(Minimum requirements in terms of educations background, work experience, licenses/certifications or other knowledge, skills, and abilities):

• High school diploma/ GED required.
• Valid driver's license
  • No more than two minor moving violations in the past 3 years.
  • No major violations in the past 5 years.
• Ability to pass a background check with the Department of Health and Human Services.
• Reliable transportation to and from work.
• Compassionate about the care and well-being of others.
• Strong interpersonal communication skills; ability to communicate with varied levels of employees.
• Preferred Qualifications: direct care experience, experience assisting others with de-escalation

Bridges MN is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with federal and state employment opportunity laws, qualified applicants are considered for all positions without regard to race, color, protected genetic information, sex, parental status, national origin, creed, religion, age, sexual orientation, disability, or Veteran status.