CHOICES Lead Direct Support Professional

Volunteers of America, Dakotas; Sioux Falls (SD); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated CHOICES Lead Direct Support Professional to provide essential support to individuals in a residential setting. This role involves ensuring quality services, managing documentation, and facilitating transportation to medical appointments. The ideal candidate will possess strong communication and time management skills, along with a valid driver's license. Join a passionate team committed to making a difference in the lives of those supported, all while enjoying a flexible work schedule and a welcoming environment. This is a fantastic opportunity to grow in a fulfilling career while impacting the community positively.

Benefits

Hiring bonus of $1,500

Flexible work schedule

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree preferred; six months of residential experience or equivalent.
• Excellent communication and time management skills are necessary.

Responsibilities

• Assist in ensuring quality of services to individuals supported.
• Track and document medical appointments and needs.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Time management

Discretion and judgment

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Tools

Valid driver’s license

Job description

CHOICES Lead Direct Support Professional

**This position is eligible for a $1,500 hiring bonus

Department: CHOICES

Job Status: Full Time

FLSA Status: Non-exempt

Reports To: Residential Supervisor

Position Supervises: NA

Work Schedule: Full-time position requiring flexible schedule

POSITION SUMMARY

Assist the residential Supervisor in ensuring quality of services to people supported.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS STATEMENT(S)

Individual Services

• Track, document, schedule and transport individuals to medical appointments.
• Ensure medical needs are reported and documented.
• Complete med chart checks ensuring all meds are current.
• Assist in following NSLP guidelines.

Documentation and Communication

• Ensure data is documented daily.
• Submit monthly reports, not limited to:

1. Approved Contacts
2. Supply orders
3. Fire/Severe Weather
4. Department of Transportation Reporting
5. National School Lunch Program
6. Maintenance Report

Facility

• Maintain a high standard of cleanliness in facility and report all maintenance issues.
• Maintain safe working conditions.
• Ensure vehicle safety and maintenance.

Other

• Provide safety-sensitive transportation services as needed.
• Responsible for other duties as assigned.

POSITIONS QUALIFICATIONS

SKILLS & ABILITIES

Education: Bachelor’s Degree preferred.

Experience: Six months of residential experience or an equivalent combination of education/experience.

Skills: Excellent communication skills and time management are necessary.

Certifications & Licenses:Valid driver’s license.

Other Requirements: Requires consistent exercise of discretion and judgment in the performance of duties.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

A. Ability to stand, walk, sit, manually manipulate, reach outward and above shoulders, speak, climb, crawl, squat, kneel, and bend on a daily basis.

B. Capability to lift, carry, push or pull up to 100lbs on a daily basis.