Lead Direct Support Professional(Magnolia) Monday-Friday 2:00pm-10:00pm
About The Position
The Lead Direct Support Professional (DSP) provides support, supervision, and training to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities in a Community Training Home (CTH). The role helps individuals achieve independence, safety, and personal development in accordance with agency values and procedures. This is a full-time, 40-hour-per-week position in Magnolia, scheduled Monday through Friday from 2:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m., with possible weekend work. The position is classified as essential and may require reporting to work during emergencies, natural disasters, or other urgent circumstances to ensure the health and safety of individuals receiving services. In addition to DSP responsibilities, the Lead DSP monitors staff-completed medication records, supports licensing reviews, coordinates meals and shopping, manages household purchase and maintenance requests, provides rights and abuse-prevention training, and oversees individuals’ financial accounts and personal property inventories.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED.
- At least 18 years of age.
- Valid South Carolina driver’s license and an acceptable driving record.
- Clear written English communication skills.
- Ability to follow directions and work independently.
- Positive interpersonal skills, time management, good judgment, and accountability.
- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and assist with adult transfers as needed.
- Ability to perform frequent standing, walking, bending, kneeling, crouching, reaching, and lifting.
- Ability to work indoors and outdoors in varied environments and potentially encounter communicable diseases or physical aggression.
- Ability to use required safety equipment, such as gloves and eye or ear protection.
- Ability to operate agency vehicles safely, including at night.
- May be assigned to alternate locations or shifts.
Nice To Haves
- One year of experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities.
Responsibilities
- Maintain professional conduct and follow the agency’s mission, policies, and procedures; treat individuals and coworkers with dignity and respect; remain on duty until properly relieved.
- Promote a safe, healthy environment free from abuse and neglect, and report changes in individuals’ health and daily routines.
- Support prescribed diets, adaptive equipment use, safety drills, and safe lifting and mobility assistance.
- Provide hands-on assistance with hygiene, grooming, and daily living tasks; prepare meals and snacks; 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 required forms, including T-Logs, GERs, ISP data, and Medication Administration Records (MARs); communicate changes and 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 and follow transportation and safety protocols.
- Administer medications and treatments according to agency policy.
- Assist individuals with financial transactions, receipts, and account documentation.
- Perform housekeeping, including cleaning bedrooms, common areas, the kitchen, and bathrooms; report maintenance and repair needs.
- Attend meetings, complete ongoing training, and perform related duties as assigned.
- Monitor staff-completed MARs for accuracy and report issues in Therap.
- Support Alliant licensing reviews by ensuring required documentation is complete, accurate, and readily available.
- Plan weekly meals and complete grocery shopping in consideration of individuals’ dietary needs and preferences; conduct personal shopping as needed.
- 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 individuals’ financial accounts, including budgeting, receipts, and reconciliation.
- Maintain accurate and current Personal Property Inventories for each individual and safeguard their property.
- Report to work during emergencies or other urgent circumstances when required to support individuals’ health and safety.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
