Lead Direct Support Professional

COMMUNITY INTERACTIONS INC • Springfield Township, PA

7d • Hybrid

About The Position

Since 1971, Community Interactions, Inc., has been making a difference in the lives of others. We invite you to join our Team as the Lead Direct Support Professionals who support our Individuals with compassion and are genuinely caring people who want to make a difference. We have an immediate opening for our Southeastern Pennsylvania Residential Programs. We offer a work environment that values our employees and their needs. We invite you to join our team of Therapeutic and Direct Support Professionals who support and mentor Adults with Intellectual, Developmental and Physical Disabilities. Candidates for this position must possess the ability to support clients in a safe and supported manner according to clinical recommendations and the Essential Lifestyle Plans. Our staff work in a supported and relaxed work environment that provides opportunity for advancement, work life balance and the ability to make a difference in the lives of others. This unique opportunity offers an opportunity to lead and train fellow DSPs and assist with the operational needs of our Delaware County Homes. This position is a hybrid of Direct Care and Administrative Support Duties. The Administrative duties include but are not limited to conducting house meetings, medication administration practicum observations, Onsite orientation for both new hires and transfers, financial audits and assisting the Team Facilitator and Program Manager with operational support for all residential programs as needed. Community Interactions, Inc. will soon celebrate a half century of providing support to Individuals with neurodivergent, physical and behavioral health challenges. If you are seeking the opportunity to work as a team, make a difference in the lives of others and an organization that offers the opportunity for advancement, who value their staff, our supported Individuals and celebrate their accomplishments, then Community Interactions, Inc. is the perfect opportunity for you. Why Not Consider Joining Our Team!

Requirements

• Valid driver’s license with a 3-year, good driving record
• Excellent communication skills
• High school diploma or its equivalent
• Ability to physically assist individuals
• High energy level to support clients’ activities
• Ability to persuade and redirect behavior
• Excellent organization, communication and leadership skills

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s Degree is preferred
• Administrative experience a plus
• Two-four years of experience working with Adults with Intellectual Disabilities is preferred

Responsibilities

• Lead and train fellow DSPs
• Assist with the operational needs of Delaware County Homes
• Conducting house meetings
• Medication administration practicum observations
• Onsite orientation for both new hires and transfers
• Financial audits
• Assisting the Team Facilitator and Program Manager with operational support for all residential programs as needed

Benefits

• Excellent Health, Dental and Supplemental Benefits Package for eligible employees
• Competitive starting rates for full time positions
• 401K Plan for eligible employees
• Generous Paid Time Off Policy
• Convenient locations to fit your needs
• Paid Training Program
• Quarterly and Annual Employee Recognition Programs

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED