Direct Support Lead
About The Position
Our Company ResCare Community Living ResCare Community Living is now part of Sevita Overview Are you driven to serve and help others in your community? Caregivers and Direct Support Professionals (DSP) are the heart of our company with their compassion, dependability, and care. If you want to make an impact by helping people live their best life, read more below and apply today! About our Line of Business ResCare Community Living has five decades of experience in the disability services field, providing support to individuals who need assistance with daily living due to an intellectual, developmental, or cognitive disability. We provide a comprehensive range of high-quality services, including: community living, adult host homes for adults regardless of disability, behavioral/mental health support, in-home pharmacy solutions, telecare and remote support, supported employment and training programs, and day programs. For more information, please visit www.rescarecommunityliving.com . Follow us on Facebook and LinkedIn . Additional Job Information To qualify for the DSP Lead position, one must have a CNA, CMA, or experience equivalent to CNA/CMA. The DSP Lead will be responsible for working shifts as well as taking ownership of the home they are in. The DSP Lead is designed to help lead the home and oversee fellow DSPs. The role may include admin work such as reviewing receipts, planning meals, grocery shopping, etc. The DSP lead positions hours are currently slated for Monday through Friday 4:00pm -12:00 am, but may be subject to change.
Requirements
- Experience in providing services and supports to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, or related disorders preferred
- Minimum age requirement is 18 years
- Ability to communicate (verbally and written) with all levels of personnel, internal and external to the company
- Capable of working responsibly with highly confidential information
- Must be able to work independently as well as part of a team
- Must meet all agency requirements for pre-employment as required by Company and/or State regulations
- High school diploma or General Education Diploma. Exceptions to educational requirements must comply with state law and regulations
- Valid driver’s license from state of residence with a satisfactory driving record as defined by Company's vehicle policy and/or liability insurance carrier (as applicable per program requirements)
- To qualify for the DSP Lead position, one must have a CNA, CMA, or experience equivalent to CNA/CMA
Responsibilities
- Collects and reports management information to ensure continuous evaluation and improvement of operations
- Works to create a positive work environment and proper deployment of direct care workers
- Reports safety and maintenance concerns as needed and Addresses and corrects health, safety, and environmental concerns
- Implements fiscal processes and loss control programs to ensure appropriate allocation of financial resources
- Completes all required documentation in a timely manner
- Monitors the budgets and finances of the person (s) served
- Coaches and mentors support staff and attends and participates in announced meetings
- Successfully completes all necessary training in a timely manner
- Other duties as assigned
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
