In-Home Lead Direct Support Professional
About The Position
As a lead direct support professional, you will be a part of helping people work on outcomes/goals to gain independence and lifelong skills. Our ideal candidate must have experience working with intellectual disabilities, experience with person centered programming and experience with verbal and physical aggression. This position will be responsible for 40 hours of direct care per week. In addition to direct care, this position will also assist in training new staff, coverage during management absence, and help with emergency client situations.
Requirements
- 21 years of age or older
- Proficient in spoken and written English language
- Comfortable providing personal cares (including but not limited to: bathroom supports, bathing/showering, medication administration)
- Successful clearance of Department of Human Services background check
- Successful clearance of Motor Vehicle Background Check and acceptable driving record per Company Policy
Nice To Haves
- At least 1 year supporting individuals with autism, intellectual disabilities, and/or mental health diagnosis
- At least 1 year working with individuals with verbal and physical aggressions
- Experience implementing Emergency Use of Manuel Restraints (applicable at select programs)
Responsibilities
- Work on tailored outcomes with each person we support. Outcomes may include: budgeting, behavioral management, community exploration, meal planning, organizational skills, coping skills, and/or physical fitness.
- Be an active participant with individuals served when working on outcomes and out in the community.
- Assist with personal cares as needed per person served
- Provide guidance and instructional teaching to persons while building life skills.
- Provide cleaning, cooking to the people living at the home
- Provide supervision and transportation in the community on activities using personal vehicle.
- Be willing to go into persons homes, in the community or the other places as the need arises.
Benefits
- Full Time benefits
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Industry
Social Assistance
Education Level
No Education Listed
Number of Employees
251-500 employees
