Lead Direct Support Provider Vocational/Day Program

Ariel Clinical Services • Grand Junction, CO

9h • $17 - $19 • Onsite

About The Position

This position is responsible for providing leadership and instruction within the department, supporting its strategic direction. The role involves building trust and representing the Supervisor and Program to employees, individuals, and the community. Key duties include communicating concerns, assisting with daily scheduling, creating activities, mentoring new staff, representing Ariel in community meetings, communicating with guardians and service providers, ensuring daily documentation, providing a supportive environment, following safety procedures, coordinating transportation, and assisting with performance appraisals. The role also involves overseeing individual programs to improve skills and ensuring quality, coordinated care that meets regulatory standards.

Requirements

• High School graduation or equivalent.
• At least one year working for Ariel, or in the I/DD field.
• Skilled in providing person centered services and supports.
• Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality and professionalism in matters related to Ariel.
• Ability to anticipate, conceptualize and communicate an individual’s unique needs with the interdisciplinary team.
• Elevated knowledge of Therap functions.
• Knowledge of community resources and how to access them.
• Knowledge of rules and regulations related to daily operations.
• Knowledge of basic computer technology.
• Knowledge of the type of work that Ariel and other service agencies participate in.
• Skilled in organizing workflow and prioritizing tasks, and directing others as needed.
• Skilled at working independently, as well as in a team.
• The ability to communicate effectively verbally, written and electronically in both individual and group settings.
• Ability to be flexible, and able to change direction rapidly, and with a positive attitude.
• Ability to provide reliable, insured transportation for self and others through the community served.
• Ability to be a reliable team player and support the work of other team members.
• Ability to demonstrate consistent and reliable attendance as scheduled and requested.
• Valid Colorado Driver’s License with an acceptable driving record.
• CPR, First Aid – before contact with individuals.
• CPI within 60 days of hire; individual contact is limited until this training is completed.
• QMAP – within 60 days of hire, may not provide medication to individuals without this certification.
• Informed Supervision training
• BSIT
• Person-centered training
• Individual specific training
• Van Drivers Training – before driving an Ariel owned vehicle.

Nice To Haves

• Minimum of two years’ experience working with the Intellectual and the Developmentally Disabled population.
• Supervisory experience.
• 20 hours of certified behavioral experience.

Responsibilities

• This position is involved in supporting the strategic direction of the department and providing leadership and instruction.
• Effectively and positively build trust and represent the Supervisor and the Program to the employees, individuals, and community.
• Communicate effectively concerns that impact individuals and program implementation.
• Assist the supervisor with creating the daily schedule and adjustments as necessary while ensuring fair and equitable assignments and rotations.
• Create and prepare the activities and calendar.
• Mentor and train new staff.
• Positively represent Ariel in the community and during Interdisciplinary Team meetings, service plan meetings and other meetings when requested by supervisor.
• Communicate regularly and effectively with parents, guardians and all other service providers involved with individuals in service.
• Ensure required documentation is completed daily.
• Provide a warm, encouraging, supportive and safe environment for individuals and staff and act as positive role model.
• Follow all safety procedures and company policies while inspiring others to do the same.
• Ensuring transportation is coordinated and meets program needs.
• Assist and provide feedback for performance appraisals.
• Oversee individual programs per treatment plan to improve skills.
• Ensures quality coordinated care that meets the regulatory standards.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision at affordable rates.
• Group Life Insurance 100% covered.
• Group Accident, Hospitalization, Identity Fraud, and Critical Illness plan available at a discounted rate.
• HSA & FSA employee funded accounts.
• Generous Paid Time Off accrual - 13 PTO days in the first year, 48 hours of paid sick leave, and 11 paid holidays.
• $50/month for participation in Wellness Program.
• Retirement 403B & 403B employer match up to 5% at one year anniversary.
• Mileage Reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

What This Job Offers

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