Lead Direct Support Professional

Unity Bay

6h • Onsite

About The Position

The 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.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED (required)
• Minimum age: 18
• Valid South Carolina Driver’s License and acceptable driving record required
• Clear written English communication
• Ability to follow directions and work independently
• Positive interpersonal skills, time management, good judgment and accountability

Nice To Haves

• One year working with individuals with developmental disabilities (preferred)

Responsibilities

• Maintain professional behavior and follow agency mission, policies, and procedures.
• Treat individuals and coworkers with dignity and respect at all times.
• Support individuals to achieve personal outcomes and a high quality of life.
• Promote an environment that is free from abuse and neglect, respecting the rights and dignity of individuals and coworkers.
• Remain on duty until properly relieved.
• Assist individuals in maintaining safe and healthy lifestyles.
• Monitor and report changes in individuals' health and daily routines.
• Support prescribed diets, adaptive equipment use, and safety drills.
• Follow proper lifting and mobility assistance techniques.
• Provide hands-on support with hygiene, grooming, and daily living tasks.
• Prepare meals and snacks based on dietary needs.
• 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 other required forms (e.g., T-Logs, GERs, ISP data).
• Communicate changes or incidents to supervisors and nursing staff.
• Maintain confidentiality and protect agency-issued credentials.
• Safely transport individuals to activities, appointments, and outings.
• Operate agency vehicles, wheelchair lifts, and restraints as trained.
• Follow agency transportation and safety protocols.
• Administer medications and treatments per agency policy.
• Complete Medication Administration Records (MARs).
• Support individuals with financial transactions, receipts, and account documentation.
• Perform general housekeeping duties, including cleaning all rooms of the home – such as bedrooms, common areas, kitchen, and bathrooms.
• Report maintenance or repair needs.
• Attend meetings and complete ongoing training as required.
• Perform related duties as assigned to support the agency’s mission and operational needs.
• Monitor staff-completed MARs for accuracy and report issues in Therap.
• Support Alliant licensing reviews by ensuring all required documentation is complete, accurate, and readily available.
• Plan weekly meals and complete grocery shopping with individual dietary needs and preferences.
• Conduct individual personal shopping as needed.
• Complete and 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 the financial accounts of individuals, including budgeting, receipts, and reconciliation (major responsibility).
• Maintain current Personal Property Inventory for each individual, ensuring documentation is accurate and items are safeguarded.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED