Lead ESN DSP / Caregiver

Dungarvin • Valparaiso, IN

9d

About The Position

A Lead Direct Support Professional coordinates services for the individuals served, including finances, medical needs, recreation, program services, family contact and involvement, education, and household management. The role assists the Program Director in maintaining consistency in program implementation, individual care, and communication with staff and interdisciplinary team members, including day or residential programs. The Lead DSP also performs the duties of a Direct Support Professional.

The position provides hands-on assistance, encouragement, mentoring, and guidance to individuals served and DSPs. It supports individuals’ comfort, safety, and personal growth and includes household chores, help with daily living activities, and assistance with financial matters and documentation.

Requirements

• Valid driver's license.
• Comfortable driving to transport individuals served as required.
• At least 18 years old.
• Prior caregiving experience.
• Experience working with behaviors.
• Person-centered, patient, and kind.
• Dependable, adaptable, and flexible.
• Observant and detail-oriented.
• Able to serve as a positive role model and work as part of a team.
• Committed to creating a respectful and collaborative environment.
• Computer skills for documentation.
• Successful background clearance as part of the onboarding/employment process.
• Reading, writing, and communication skills to document care, follow support plans, and collaborate with internal and external team members.

Nice To Haves

• Prior education and/or experience in residential services for people with developmental disabilities.
• Prior experience leading peers or co-workers.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate services for individuals served, including finances, medical needs, recreation, program services, family contact and involvement, education, and household management.
• Assist the Program Director in maintaining consistent program implementation, individual care, and communication with staff and interdisciplinary team members.
• Read, understand, and implement organizational policies and procedures.
• Act as a role model for other DSPs.
• Assist with collecting, analyzing, and reporting data.
• Maintain program supplies.
• Assist in training staff.
• Provide hands-on assistance, encouragement, mentoring, and guidance to individuals served and DSPs.
• Support the comfort, safety, and personal growth of individuals served.
• Perform housekeeping and laundry duties.
• Assist with daily living tasks, including mobility, getting in and out of bed, dressing, bathing, toileting, and personal hygiene.
• Assist with finances and documentation.
• Transport individuals served as required.

Benefits

• Paid training and orientation
• Pet insurance
• Scheduled pay increases
• Paid time off (PTO) accrual
• Employee Assistance Program
• Growth and development opportunities
• Medical, vision, and dental insurance
• Supplemental insurance
• Flexible Spending and HSA accounts
• Life insurance
• 401(k) plan with 3% employer match after one year of service
• PTO donation
• Employee referral program
• Mileage reimbursement
• National brand discounts
• Tap Check access to 50% of pay before payday

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed