Day Program Lead DSP - Direct Care & Supervision

Rise Family; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

RISE is seeking a Lead Direct Support Professional for our Day Program Center in Tucson, AZ. This full-time position provides supervisory, administrative and transportation duties alongside direct-care support for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

Ideal candidates have a passion for helping, solid communication skills, and the ability to train staff while following state and organizational policies.

Qualifications

• A desire, interest and experience in working with people with disabilities or special needs required.
• Must be able to physically assist people as needed, which may include lifting and/or physically supporting them with or without assistance from another person and train staff in learning these supports.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong multi‑tasking, communication and problem‑solving skills required.
• Self‑starter with the ability to work with minimal supervision is a must.
• Detail-oriented and able to work with and abide by state and organizational rules and policies.
• Specific language abilities (other than English) may be required to meet the needs of the people/families receiving support, and demonstrate a knowledge of and respect for cultural differences.

Responsibilities

• Lead DSP in Day Program Center with supervisory, administrative and transportation duties.
• Provide direct-care support and ensure safety for participants.
• Coordinate with program team to deliver services and maintain program quality.

Skills

Experience with people with disabilt.,

Physical assistance

Verbal and written communication

Multi-tasking and problem solving

Self-starter with minimal supervision

Detail-oriented and policy compliant

Cultural sensitivity

Education

No degree required

Job description

RISE is seeking a Lead Direct Support Professional for our Day Program Center in Tucson, AZ. This full-time position provides supervisory, administrative and transportation duties alongside direct-care support for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

Ideal candidates have a passion for helping, solid communication skills, and the ability to train staff while following state and organizational policies.