Lead Direct Support Professional

Dungarvin • Columbus, OH

2d

About The Position

A Lead Direct Support Professional (DSP) provides direct support, positive direction, instruction, and assistance to individuals with mental, intellectual and developmental, and physical disabilities. The role aims to empower individuals to live as independently and comfortably as possible while maintaining their dignity and respect.

The Lead DSP coordinates services for individuals, including finances, medical needs, recreation, program services, family contact and involvement, education, and household management. The position also assists the Program Director with program oversight and provides hands-on assistance, encouragement, mentoring, and guidance. The Lead DSP helps ensure individuals’ comfort, safety, and personal growth.

The role includes assisting with daily living activities, housekeeping and laundry, scheduling appointments, and financial and documentation tasks. It is full-time and pays $18.15 per hour.

Requirements

• Be at least 18 years old.
• Have a successful background clearance as part of the onboarding/employment process.
• Be person-centered, patient, and kind.
• Be dependable, adaptable, and flexible.
• Be observant and detail-oriented.
• Serve as a positive role model and be able to work on a team.
• Be committed to creating a respectful and collaborative environment.
• Have computer skills for documentation.
• Have reading, writing, and communication skills to document care, follow support plans, and collaborate with team members.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate services for individuals, including finances, medical needs, recreation, program services, family contact and involvement, education, and household management.
• Assist the Program Director with oversight of the program.
• Provide direct support, positive direction, instruction, 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.
• Perform housekeeping and laundry duties.
• Schedule appointments.
• Assist with financial tasks and documentation.
• Document care, follow support plans, and collaborate with internal and external team members.

Benefits

• Medical, vision, and dental insurance
• Supplemental insurance
• Flexible Spending Account and Health Savings Account
• Pet insurance
• Life insurance
• 401(k) plan with a 3% employer match after one year of service
• Paid time off accrual
• PTO donation
• Growth and development opportunities
• Employee referral program
• Scheduled pay increases
• Employee Assistance Program
• Mileage reimbursement
• National brand discounts
• Access to 50% of pay before payday through Tap Check
• Paid training and orientation

What This Job Offers

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