About The Position

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

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 on 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 based on the role.
  • Successful background clearance is required as part of onboarding or 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 finance, medical care, recreation, program services, family contact and involvement, education, and household management.
  • Help maintain consistency in program implementation and individual care.
  • Support communication with staff and interdisciplinary team members, including day or residential program teams.
  • Carry out direct support professional duties, providing hands-on assistance, encouragement, mentoring, and guidance.
  • Help ensure the comfort, safety, and personal growth of individuals served.
  • Assist with daily living tasks, 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, vision, and 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
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