Lead Direct Support Professional (Residential Coordinator)

Dungarvin • Oklahoma City, OK

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About The Position

The Lead Direct Support Professional (Residential Coordinator) assists the Program Director with coordinating services for individuals served, including finances, medical care, recreation, program services, family contact and involvement, education, and household management. The role helps maintain consistency in program implementation, individual care, and communication with staff and interdisciplinary team members, including day or residential program teams. The position also performs the duties of a direct support professional, providing hands-on support, encouragement, mentoring, and guidance; promoting individuals’ comfort, safety, and personal growth; and assisting with daily living activities such as mobility, getting in and out of bed, dressing, bathing, toileting, and personal hygiene.

This is a full-time role with a reliable work schedule and varied day-to-day experiences. The employer describes the work as an opportunity to make a meaningful difference and gain healthcare experience. Starting pay is $15.00 per hour, and the posting offers a $500 hiring bonus.

Requirements

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Person-centered, patient, and kind.
• Dependable, adaptable, and flexible.
• Observant and detail oriented.
• Able to serve as a positive role model and work as part of a team.
• Committed to creating a respectful and collaborative environment.
• Computer skills for documentation.
• Valid driver’s license, due to transporting persons served.
• Some positions or locations may require a personal vehicle and auto-liability insurance, depending on the role.
• Successful background clearance required as part of onboarding/employment.
• Reading, writing, and communication skills to document care, follow support plans, and collaborate with internal and external team members.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Program Director with coordinating services, including finances, medical care, recreation, program services, family contact and involvement, education, and household management.
• Help maintain consistency in program implementation and individual care.
• Communicate and coordinate with staff and interdisciplinary team members, including day or residential program teams.
• Carry out direct support professional duties.
• Provide hands-on assistance, encouragement, mentoring, and guidance.
• Promote the comfort, safety, and personal growth of the individuals served.
• Assist with daily living activities, including mobility, getting in and out of bed, dressing, bathing, toileting, and personal hygiene.
• Document care, follow support plans, and collaborate with internal and external team members.

Benefits

• Medical insurance for full-time employees
• Vision insurance for full-time employees
• Dental insurance for full-time employees
• Supplemental insurance
• Flexible spending and HSA accounts for full-time employees
• Pet insurance
• Life insurance for full-time employees
• 401(k) plan with up to 3% employer match after one year of service
• Paid time off 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 pay before payday
• Paid training and orientation
• $500 hiring bonus

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed