Lead Direct Support Professional (DSP)

Dungarvin • Milwaukee, WI

4h • $18

About The Position

As a Lead DSP, you are more than just a Direct Support Professional. You will work very closely with our Program Director. A Lead DSP may assist with coordinating a variety of services including, but not limited to individual finances, activities, program services, family involvement, education/vocational programs, health care/nutrition, and household management. The Lead DSP may also be responsible for staff scheduling and assisting the Program Director in maintaining consistency in programming, individual care, and communication with staff and support team members. The Lead DSP is also responsible to carry out the responsibilities and duties of direct support staff during all direct care shifts.

Requirements

• A minimum of two years working with individuals with disabilities and/or one-year of lead staff experience or a two-year degree in a related field
• Must have good decision making, communication, and time management skills
• Must be responsible, reliable, and able to carry out job functions without direct supervision
• Must have basic computer skills
• Must be at least 18 years old
• A successful background clearance is required as part of the onboarding/employment process
• Must have valid driver's license with acceptable driving record
• Must have reliable vehicle with current auto liability insurance

Nice To Haves

• Prior experience in residential services preferred

Responsibilities

• coordinating a variety of services including, but not limited to individual finances, activities, program services, family involvement, education/vocational programs, health care/nutrition, and household management
• staff scheduling
• assisting the Program Director in maintaining consistency in programming, individual care, and communication with staff and support team members
• carry out the responsibilities and duties of direct support staff during all direct care shifts

Benefits

• Medical, Vision and Dental Insurance for FT employees
• Supplemental Insurance
• Flex Spending and HSA Accounts for FT employees
• Pet Insurance
• Life Insurance for FT employees
• 401 K plan with up to 3% employer match after one year of services
• PAID TIME OFF (PTO) for eligible employees
• PTO Donation
• Growth and Development Opportunities
• Employee Referral Program
• Employee Assistance Program
• National Brand Discounts
• Tap Check - access to 50% of your pay before payday
• PAID training and orientation

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees