Lead Direct Support Professional

POSSABILITIES OF SOUTHERN MINNESOTA INC•Rochester, MN

5d•$20 - $21

About The Position

The role of the STARS Lead Direct Support Professional (DSP) position is to support the Daily Living Specialist in the implementation of services for the licensed STARS program. The Lead DSP works with families and supports employees to deliver person centered supports to individuals with disabilities served by the STARS Program. The Lead DSP provides this assistance in accordance with the Agency’s best practice and current federal, state, and local standards, guidelines and regulations governing the agency, and as directed by the Program Director. Every effort has been made to identify the essential functions of this position. However, it in no way states or implies that these are the only duties you will be required to perform. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or is an essential function of the position. Model the Agency mission, vision, and values in all interactions Must be able to work independently with individuals with disabilities and as part of a team in order to provide innovative, person-centered supports and services geared to each individuals goals

Requirements

High School Diploma/GED or certification in Human Services or field related to work in the Developmental Disabilities field
Two to four years of experience working with individuals with disabilities or a related field (required)
Must be able to successfully complete the Department of Human Services Background Study
Ability to adapt to and respect each individuals needs and preferences
Valid driver’s license and successful completion of a driving record check and proof of automobile insurance
Must be able to lift 50 pounds
Full COVID 19 Vaccination required

Responsibilities

Perform personal care task, including assistance with basic personal hygiene and grooming, feeding and ambulation, toileting and health related tasks
Complete and maintain required documents for services provided including but not limited to; daily documentation of activities, Individual Abuse Prevention plans, Individual Program plans and assessment
Completes supervisory tasks under the direction of the Program Manager
Assumes management and oversight of the STARS Program in the absence of the assigned Program Manager
Assists the Program Manager in delivery of orientation, and annual training to program staff
Ensures daily documentation for individuals served is completed in compliance with 245D licensing requirements
Organize petty cash, track documentation of purchases, and balance correct amounts for each individual served by the program
Assist with development of weekly activities calendar
Organize, schedule, and implement caseload for program staff
Assist the Program Manager in the delivery of disciplinary counseling for program staff
Mentor and support individuals served in community integration, and volunteer opportunities
Model professional and appropriate behavior and interactions when in the community or attending community engagement activities
Manage and oversee the STARS facilities cleaning schedule, supply inventory, and supply purchasing
Conduct research through Star services or other third parties for trainings
Source activity opportunities in the community, and develop an activities calendar for STARS
Budget for the activities that are planned and submit the budget to their supervisor
Assist in scheduling and organizing staff meetings
Assign goals and keep track that goals are being completed using the "goal sheet" and Pavillio
Approve Pavillio daily
Assure the health and safety of every participant
Assess each individuals’ interests to determine appropriate community experiences in consultation with the individual’s team
Comply with applicable agency, federal, and state regulations
Assist with cleaning of facility and laundry responsibilities