Lead Direct Support Professional (Lead DSP)
About The Position
The Lead Direct Support Professional ensures community living services meet or exceed client and Agency expectations. The role provides direct support and administrative coordination to clients who reside in the CILA, including coordinating service schedules and client appointments, maintaining adequate supplies, and supporting the goals and objectives of the CILA. The position combines client support with administrative duties such as coordinating appointments, vehicle reports, facility supplies, daily reports, staff coverage, and on-the-job training for new hires. The Lead DSP maintains accurate and timely documentation, monitors client wellness and safety, assists with medications and daily living skills, and helps maintain a clean, safe living environment. The stated salary is 24.87; no pay period or currency is specified.
Requirements
- High school diploma; some college is preferred.
- Several years of experience working with individuals with intellectual developmental disabilities in a residential setting.
- Proof of Direct Service Professional (DSP) training.
- Pass the TABE test.
- Hold and maintain a valid Illinois driver's license.
- Be able to distribute medications.
- Pass Agency background checks required by state regulatory mandates for workers serving clients with developmental disabilities.
- Some proficiency using Microsoft Office or similar applications.
- Ability to take on administrative work and accept responsibility for following Agency guidelines and standard operating procedures.
- Ability to handle multiple projects or work assignments simultaneously.
- Ability to communicate effectively with clients, coworkers, and supervisors to maintain CILA and Agency standards.
- Ability to maintain and coordinate accurate and timely Agency and CILA documentation.
- Physical strength necessary to respond to situations that may require intervening in client behavioral episodes.
Nice To Haves
- Some college.
Responsibilities
- Provide direct service support and administrative coordination to clients residing in the CILA.
- Coordinate service activities and client appointments to ensure they are completed on time.
- Assist with coordinating client appointments, vehicle reports, facility supplies, daily reports, and on-the-job training for new hires.
- Monitor daily menus and ensure food and other necessary supplies are purchased and maintained at adequate levels.
- Monitor vehicle use, condition, fuel, and mileage; prepare timely reports for the Program Director, including accident documentation.
- Complete assigned documents and forms accurately and on time, including daily progress reports, Lead CLS shift reports, van log sheets, shift responsibility checklists, custodial accounts, and MAR sheets.
- Handle weekly Paycard requests, household allowances, and receipts.
- Work with the Program Director to prepare work schedules and maintain adequate employee coverage at the CILA.
- Stay current with Agency and regulatory documentation and quality requirements.
- Attend client staffings when possible.
- Implement group and individual programs that promote client growth, development, and independence.
- Help residents prepare daily schedules covering household chores, social activities, meetings, and appointments.
- Assist clients with managing allowances and completing affidavits and receipts.
- Monitor resident wellness and safety, respond appropriately to emergencies, and enforce curfews as required.
- Assist residents with medications according to program plan requirements and review facility medication administration records.
- Evaluate and train residents in daily living skills, including personal hygiene and grooming, housekeeping, laundry and clothing care, money management, budgeting, and recreational and leisure activities.
- Implement evacuation and emergency drills and ensure they are conducted according to schedule.
- Report known safety hazards and risks to the Program Director and recommend ways to reduce or prevent risks and harm to clients.
- Secure doors and windows and maintain working knowledge of security alarms and other facility safety requirements.
- Monitor facility maintenance to ensure a clean and healthy environment.
- Perform household cleaning duties, including vacuuming, dusting, sweeping, and mopping.
- Assist and monitor residents with daily bedroom maintenance.
- Shop for food according to approved menus.
- Attend staff meetings as necessary.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
Education Level
High school or GED
