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What are some common challenges disability services assistants face when supporting students or clients, and how can these be managed?

Disability Services Assistants often encounter challenges such as accommodating diverse needs, ensuring timely access to resources, and maintaining effective communication with both clients and staff. Balancing a high caseload while providing personalized support can be demanding. Successful assistants manage these challenges through strong organizational skills, ongoing training in accessibility best practices, and regular collaboration with educators, case managers, and medical professionals to provide holistic support. Open communication and flexibility are key to adapting to each individual's unique requirements.

What is a disability services assistant?

Disability Services Assistants are professionals who support individuals with disabilities in educational, workplace, or community settings. Their main role is to provide assistance that enables individuals to access services, accommodations, and resources needed for daily activities or academic success. This may include helping with note-taking, mobility, communication, or using assistive technology. They often work under the supervision of disability services coordinators or specialists, ensuring compliance with legal requirements such as the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Their work is crucial in fostering an inclusive and supportive environment.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a disability services assistant, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Disability Services Assistant, you need a background in disability support, knowledge of relevant legislation, and typically a certificate or diploma in disability or community services. Familiarity with assistive technologies, case management software, and accessibility tools is often required. Strong interpersonal skills, patience, and problem-solving abilities help build trust and effectively support clients' needs. These competencies ensure personalized, respectful assistance that empowers individuals with disabilities and supports organizational compliance.
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Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)

Living Well Disability Services

Saint Paul, MN • On-site

$18.50/hr

Full-time, Part-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 27 days ago

Job description


Earn $18.50/hour and work close to home with Living Well!

Hiring at multiple locations across the Twin Cities area!



What does a CNA do at Living Well?

  • Assist people with personal cares
  • Administer medications
  • Provide support to people to participate in activities that they enjoy
  • Document services provided in our electronic records system
  • Create a welcoming home environment through assisting with cleaning and meal preparation

Qualifications

  • Must be 18 years or older
  • Valid Driver’s License
  • Pass a background check through MN Department of Human Services
  • Valid CNA certification and favorably registered with the Minnesota Nursing Assistant Registry
  • Technical skills – must be comfortable and proficient in using computers and/or smart technology
  • Prior leadership experience preferred as well as experience coordinating schedules
  • Ability to lift and/or move up to 30 pounds regularly and 100 pounds occasionally

Why work with Living Well?

Living Well Disability Services transforms the lives of people impacted by disabilities through the delivery of exceptional services. As an organization, it is our vision that the people we support and our employees should have the resources and supports to live well and have created a benefit package to support them in living their best lives. This includes a generous PTO plan, free financial services, employee discount programs, and medical benefits for all qualified employees.

Where and when will I work?

We are hiring in all communities right now! Our recruiting team will work with you to find the best fit in schedule and location for you!

We provide 24 hours services, 7 days a week and have a variety of different full time and part schedules available! Most employees work a combination of some week and weekend hours.

Living Well provides services in 36 homes and In-Home Support cross several different counties:

  • Hennepin: Brooklyn Park, Brooklyn Center, Edina, Maple Grove, Crystal, Plymouth, Long Lake, Golden Valley, Richfield
  • Dakota: Eagan, Apple Valley, Burnsville, Inver Grove Heights, Mendota Heights, West St. Paul, Hastings, Rosemount
  • Ramsey: Maplewood and Little Canada
  • Isanti: Cambridge
  • Sherburne: Big Lake
  • Wright: Buffalo, Albertville


Benefits:

Part-time employees are eligible for the following benefits:

  • 401k Retirement Plan with Employer’s Match
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Employee Discounts through:
    • YMCA Corporate Wellness
    • Tickets-At-Work
    • LifeMart

Full-time employees are eligible for the following benefits:

  • Generous Paid time off (PTO)
    • You must work (40 hrs/week) or (36 hrs/weekend)
  • 401k Retirement Plan with Employer’s Match
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Financial Benefit
  • Employee Discounts through:
    • YMCA Corporate Wellness
    • Tickets-At-Work
    • LifeMart
  • Working 30hrs+/week, you will be eligible for medical benefits package:
    • Medical Insurance
      • FSA & HSA Plans
    • Vision
    • Dental
    • Short Term / Long Term Disability
    • Life Insurance (at no cost to you!)
    • Accident, Critical Illness and Hospital Insurance

For more information about Living Well Disability Services visit our website at www.livingwell.org!

We are an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer.