Lead Direct Support Professional(Magnolia) Monday-Friday 2:00pm-10:00pm

Unity Bay•Moncks Corner, SC

About The Position

The Lead Direct Support Professional (DSP) provides support, supervision, and training to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities in a Community Training Home (CTH). The DSP helps individuals achieve independence, safety, and personal development in accordance with agency values and procedures. This is a full-time, 40-hour position scheduled Monday through Friday from 2:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. at Magnolia, with possible weekend work and assignment to alternate locations or shifts. The position is classified as essential and may require reporting during emergencies, natural disasters, or other urgent circumstances to ensure the health and safety of individuals receiving services. The lead role includes monitoring staff-completed medication administration records, supporting licensing reviews, planning meals and shopping, submitting household purchase and maintenance orders, delivering rights and abuse-prevention training, and overseeing individuals' financial accounts and personal property inventories. The position also involves direct care, transportation, documentation, housekeeping, and ongoing training.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Minimum age of 18.
Valid South Carolina driver's license and acceptable driving record.
Clear written English communication.
Ability to follow directions and work independently.
Positive interpersonal skills, time management, good judgment, and accountability.
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and assist with adult transfers as needed.
Ability to safely operate agency vehicles, including at night.

Nice To Haves

One year of experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities.

Responsibilities

Maintain professional behavior and follow the agency's mission, policies, and procedures.
Treat individuals and coworkers with dignity and respect, support individuals' personal outcomes and quality of life, and promote an environment free from abuse and neglect.
Remain on duty until properly relieved.
Assist individuals in maintaining safe and healthy lifestyles; monitor and report changes in health and daily routines.
Support prescribed diets, adaptive equipment use, safety drills, and proper lifting and mobility techniques.
Provide hands-on support with hygiene, grooming, and daily living tasks.
Prepare meals and snacks according to dietary needs and encourage participation in chores, activities, and life-skills training.
Implement and document Individual Support Plans (ISPs) and behavior programs.
Complete accurate documentation in Therap and required forms, including T-Logs, GERs, ISP data, and Medication Administration Records (MARs).
Communicate changes and incidents to supervisors and nursing staff, and maintain confidentiality and protect agency-issued credentials.
Safely transport individuals to activities, appointments, and outings; operate agency vehicles, wheelchair lifts, and restraints as trained and follow transportation and safety protocols.
Administer medications and treatments according to agency policy.
Assist individuals with financial transactions, receipts, and account documentation.
Perform housekeeping, including cleaning bedrooms, common areas, the kitchen, and bathrooms; report maintenance or repair needs.
Attend meetings, complete ongoing training, and perform related duties as assigned.
Monitor staff-completed MARs for accuracy and report issues in Therap.
Support Alliant licensing reviews by ensuring required documentation is complete, accurate, and readily available.
Plan weekly meals and complete grocery shopping based on individuals' dietary needs and preferences; conduct personal shopping as needed.
Submit household purchase orders and maintenance work orders in a timely manner.
Provide rights and abuse-prevention training to individuals in compliance with agency and state requirements.
Oversee and manage individuals' financial accounts, including budgeting, receipts, and reconciliation.
Maintain accurate Personal Property Inventories for each individual and safeguard their belongings.
Report to work during emergencies, natural disasters, or other urgent circumstances when required.