Independent Living Partners

Independent Living Partners is seeking for an experienced and driven ILS/IHS Worker to join our growing team. ILPS is a Person-Centered social services Agency. One of the cool things about this position is you will be helping individuals organize their lives and work towards a fulfilling life. You will also be helping individual access the community for healthcare, socialization, and essential needs. It is a rewarding position. We are looking for leaders who want to partake in shaping and building a better community for all of us.

Individualized Home Supports (aka ILS) is active position that involves bending, walking, and working with your hands. You are not only assisting clients with activities, but you are also doing the activities with them to help them get things done on a timely manner. Most of the time, you are completing activities on your own to help individuals live a dignified life.

Individualized Home Supports-aka (ILS) position requirement

• Meet DHS qualifications for Independent Living Skills Specialist
• Experience collaborating with people with disabilities preferred
• Associates degree preferred
• First Aid-required

All staff must meet the following criteria:

• Have the ability to work with individuals with disabilities and chronic illnesses.
• Assist clients with identifying and implementing skills needed to promote independence.
• Participate in five hours of training in disability and service-related topics annually.
• Able to pass a Minnesota Department of Human Services Background Study
• Valid Driver’s License with less than 3 moving violations in the last 3 years, this includes DUIs
• Maintain reliable vehicle
• Maintain valid vehicle insurance
• Maintain a computer with internet and email
• Maintain a cell phone
• Good Time Management
• Effective communication skills and ability to empathize with people and connect with them

Individualized Home Supports with Training Job Description-aka ILS

• Complete laundry and general housekeeping
• Assist individuals organize their lives and work towards a fulfilling life
• Assist in setting up meetings and appointments
• Assist in arranging medical and social services
• Assist with task completion
• Assist individuals with problem solving
• Assistance with meal planning
• Assist with cooking and meal preparations
• Assist with arranging for or providing transportation for individuals
• Assist individuals access the community safely for socialization with friends, family, and peers
• Assist individuals access the community safely for recreational activities
• Assist with communications and people skills
• Assist individuals with self-care
• Assist individuals with paperwork and organization
• Assist Individuals with shopping for groceries and other essentials
• Make schedule with clients that works for them
• Daily case noting & Time Sheets
• Assistance with ADLS