Lead Direct Support Specialist - Empowering Community Living

Sunrise Group; Road; On-site; EUR 33,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Sunrise Group is seeking a Direct Support Pro Lead to supervise and support individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities in residential settings. The role includes coordinating care plans, ensuring health and safety, and promoting independence and choice for those served.

Applicants must pass background and drug screenings, hold a valid driver’s license with endorsements and at least 3 years of driving experience, and have basic computer skills.

Qualifications

• Must successfully complete the required pre-employment Background and Drug Screenings.
• Must possess a valid Driver's License with all necessary endorsements and have a minimum of 3 years of driving experience.
• Must possess basic computer skills.
• High School Diploma or equivalent if required by work location.
• Minimum one year of experience working in the human service field if required by work location.

Responsibilities

• Assists Residential Program Director in providing supervision to meet the needs and goals of the individuals according to their plans.
• Ensures each individual’s training, behavior and support programs are being implemented and documented in accordance with regulatory requirements.
• Ensures that the health, safety and well-being of the individuals are protected at all times.
• Provides a positive, reinforcing environment that promotes independence and choice.
• Assists Residential Program Director with scheduling staff, doctors’ appointments, vehicle maintenance and grocery shopping as assigned.
• Provides assistance with monitoring for ongoing compliance with agency directives, licensing standards and policies and procedures.
• Ensures all homes, outside areas and vehicles are well maintained and organized.
• Performs all other duties as assigned

Skills

Driver's license

Driving experience

Computer skills

Supervision

Communication

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Sunrise Group is seeking a Direct Support Pro Lead to supervise and support individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities in residential settings. The role includes coordinating care plans, ensuring health and safety, and promoting independence and choice for those served.

Applicants must pass background and drug screenings, hold a valid driver’s license with endorsements and at least 3 years of driving experience, and have basic computer skills.