Lead Direct Support Professional (DSP) / Caregiver

What You Get to Do:
A Lead Direct Support Professional is responsible for the coordination of services to the individuals served, including finance, medical, recreation, program services, family contact/involvement, education, and household management. This position assists the program director in maintaining consistency in program implementation, individual care, and communication with staff and interdisciplinary team members, including the day or residential program. The lead direct support professional also carries out the duties of a direct support professional.
Assist the Program Director with responsibilities such as:
Read, know, and implement organizational policies/procedures
Act as a role model for other DSPs
Assist with collecting, analyzing, and reporting data
Maintain program supplies
Assist in training staff
Responsibilities as a DSP:
Provide hands-on assistance, encouragement, mentoring, and guidance to both persons served an DSPs
Ensure the comfort, safety, and personal growth of the individuals we serve.
Perform housekeeping and laundry duties
Assist with daily living tasks such as moving around, getting in and out of bed, dressing, bathing, toileting, personal hygiene and more.
Assist with financials and documentation.
What Makes You A Great Fit:
Valid driver's license required (due to transporting persons served)
Candidates must be comfortable driving to transport persons served as required
Some positions/locations may require your own personal vehicle and auto liability insurance based on the role
18 years or older
Person-centered, patient, and kind
Dependable, adaptable, flexible
Observant and detail oriented
Positive role-model for others and able to work on a team
Committed to creating a respectful and collaborative environment
Computer skills for documentation
A successful background clearance is required as part of the onboarding/employment process
Good communication is key in this role. You’ll rely on your reading, writing, and communication skills to document care, follow support plans, and collaborate with both internal and external team members.
Nice to have:
Prior education and/or experience in residential services for the developmentally disabled preferred
Prior experience leading peers/ co-workers

Employment type
Full-time

Work arrangement
No