Day Program Lead - Direct Support Professional

T E C Industrial Inc; Toms River (NJ); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Heart to Heart seeks a Lead Direct Support Professional to guide Day Program activities and support individuals with IDD in achieving ISP goals. You will coordinate daily programming, supervise staff, and build meaningful relationships in a warm, safe environment.

Responsibilities include coordinating ISP implementation, maintaining activity schedules, supervising DSP staff, transporting individuals, administering medication per policies, and ensuring safety drills and compliance with DDD

Qualifications

• Lead staff or supervisory experience preferred.
• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Experience with Therap and DDD trainings preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain interactive relationships with individuals and staff reflecting Heart to Heart values.
• Participate in ISP meetings and assist in ISP development and oversight.
• Coordinate ISP implementation and create goal sheets with Manager or Director.
• Plan and assign housekeeping tasks for DSP staff and manage daily programming.
• Organize recreational activities aligned with schedules and inclusions goals.
• Transport individuals to community destinations and supervise outings.

Skills

Leadership

Organizational skills

Driver's license

People management

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Heart to Heart seeks a Lead Direct Support Professional to guide Day Program activities and support individuals with IDD in achieving ISP goals. You will coordinate daily programming, supervise staff, and build meaningful relationships in a warm, safe environment.

Responsibilities include coordinating ISP implementation, maintaining activity schedules, supervising DSP staff, transporting individuals, administering medication per policies, and ensuring safety drills and compliance with DDD