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About the position
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. A Lead provides direct support, positive direction, instruction, and assistance to individuals with mental, intellectual & developmental, and physical disabilities. The ultimate goal is to empower individuals with disabilities to live as independently and comfortably as possible while maintaining their dignity and respect.
Responsibilities
- Assist the program director with the coordination of services to the individuals served, including finance, medical, recreation, program services, family contact/involvement, education, and household management.
- Assist 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.
- Provide hands-on assistance, encouragement, mentoring, and guidance.
- Assist with daily living tasks such as moving around, getting in and out of bed, dressing, bathing, personal hygiene and more.
- Perform light housekeeping tasks and meal preparation.
- Attend special community occasions and fun activities like outdoor walks, games, and social events.
- Transport persons served to appointments or other activities outside the home.
- Document progress, milestones, and action steps.
Requirements
- 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
- Successful clearance of a criminal background check for licensing requirement
Benefits
- Medical, Vision and Dental Insurance
- Supplemental Insurance
- Flex Spending and HSA Accounts
- Pet Insurance
- Life Insurance
- 401 K plan with 3% employer match at one year of services
- PAID TIME OFF (PTO) accrual
- PTO Donation
- Growth and Development Opportunities
- Employee Referral Program
- Scheduled pay increases
- Employee Assistance Program
- Mileage reimbursement
- National Brand Discounts
- Tap Check - access to 50% of your pay before payday.
- PAID training and orientation
