Lead Direct Support Professional (Residential Coordinator)
About The Position
The Lead Direct Support Professional (Residential Coordinator) is responsible to 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. This position assists 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. The lead direct support professional also carries out the duties of a direct support professional. Provide hands-on assistance, encouragement, mentoring, and guidance. Ensure the comfort, safety, and personal growth of the individuals we serve. Assist with daily living tasks such as moving around, getting in and out of bed, dressing, bathing, toileting, personal hygiene and more. This role offers personal fulfillment, a meaningful career, and the chance to make a difference. It provides an opportunity to positively impact someone’s life, gain health care experience to further your career, and offers a reliable work schedule with varied day-to-day experiences.
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
- Valid Driver's License (due to transporting persons served)
- Good communication skills (reading, writing, and speaking)
- Successful background clearance
Nice To Haves
- Own personal vehicle and auto-liability insurance (may be required for some positions/locations)
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.
- Carry out the duties of a direct support professional.
- Provide hands-on assistance, encouragement, mentoring, and guidance.
- Ensure the comfort, safety, and personal growth of the individuals we serve.
- Assist with daily living tasks such as moving around, getting in and out of bed, dressing, bathing, toileting, personal hygiene and more.
Benefits
- Medical Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Supplemental Insurance
- Flex Spending Accounts
- HSA Accounts
- Pet Insurance
- Life Insurance
- 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
- Mileage reimbursement
- National Brand Discounts
- Tapcheck - access to 50% of your pay before payday
- PAID training and orientation
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
