Lead Direct Support Professional

GoodLife Innovations•Lenexa, KS

2d•Onsite

About The Position

GoodLife Innovations is seeking experienced, dependable, and adaptable Lead Direct Support Professionals to support adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities. The role combines direct care with leadership and mentoring across multiple residential programs. Lead DSPs help create positive home environments, model person-centered care and best practices, and provide coverage where needed, including in homes with more complex support needs. The position suits someone who remains calm under pressure and can adapt to changing routines and assignments. Schedules are available for the front half of the week (Sunday–Wednesday) or back half (Wednesday–Saturday). The role offers three-day workweeks and flexible daytime hours, with shifts that may range from 12–13 hours between 7 a.m. and 8 p.m. Pay is $19–$22 per hour, with a $250 hiring bonus.

Requirements

Previous Direct Support Professional, caregiving, or comparable direct care experience is required.
Strong communication skills and the ability to give and receive feedback professionally.
Reliable, adaptable self-starter who can adjust quickly to changing routines, assignments, and staffing needs.
Ability to perform essential direct care and behavioral support duties, which may include running, bending, reaching, blocking, and providing physical assistance.
Good judgment, patience, assertiveness, and the ability to make decisions in changing situations.
Basic computer skills for completing electronic documentation.
Valid driver's license, reliable transportation to travel between programs during a shift, and ability to meet company driver qualification requirements.
Ability to work flexible daytime hours, including shifts that may range from 12–13 hours between 7 a.m. and 8 p.m.

Nice To Haves

Supervisory, leadership, or staff-training experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

Provide direct support while modeling professionalism, reliability, and person-centered care for other DSPs.
Train new employees and provide hands-on guidance and ongoing coaching to help DSPs develop their skills and confidence.
Help individuals develop daily living skills, including communication, cooking, cleaning, and household responsibilities.
Implement approved behavior support plans and behavioral management procedures while maintaining composure during challenging situations.
Support personal care, hygiene, grooming, medication administration, first aid, and other health-related needs.
Share constructive feedback with management about home operations, staff performance, and opportunities for improvement.
Provide coverage and support at different residential programs as needed, including transitioning between homes during a shift and working in homes with more complex support needs.