Direct Support Lead

Sevita•Lincoln Acres, CA

About The Position

The Direct Support Lead provides leadership and supervision to staff in a residence and community while also delivering direct services to individuals served. The role supports the organization’s mission by helping ensure individual objectives and company goals are achieved. Responsibilities include participating in community outings, orienting new employees to the house, modeling accurate and timely documentation, assisting with staffing needs and recruitment, reviewing individual progress, and coordinating and implementing shift objectives. The position also provides skills training, job coaching, and behavior management in accordance with the Individual Plan (IP) and/or treatment team.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Two years’ experience providing direct services in the human services field.
Current driver’s license, car registration, and auto insurance.
Current CPR/First Aid certification.
Strong leadership qualities and effective communication skills.
Acute attention to detail and ability to problem-solve.
Reliable, responsible attitude and compassionate approach.
Commitment to quality in everything you do.

Responsibilities

Provide leadership and supervision to staff in the residence and community.
Provide direct services to individuals served.
Attend training for individuals served to help assure their objectives and company goals are achieved.
Participate in community outings.
Provide house orientation to new employees.
Serve as a role model to staff and ensure documentation is completed accurately and on time.
Assist with house staffing needs and staff recruitment.
Review individuals served progress and coordinate and implement shift objectives.
Provide skills training, job coaching, and behavior management according to the Individual Plan (IP) and/or treatment team.