Direct Support Lead

ResCare Community Living; Newton (KS); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking compassionate caregivers and Direct Support Professionals to make a difference in the lives of individuals with disabilities. This role involves ensuring quality support, monitoring finances, and fostering a positive work environment. With a commitment to community service, the company offers a rewarding opportunity to impact lives positively while working collaboratively with a dedicated team. If you are driven to help others and want to be part of a meaningful mission, this position is perfect for you!

Qualifications

• Experience providing services to individuals with disabilities preferred.
• Must be at least 18 years old and have a valid driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Collect and report management information for operational improvement.
• Monitor budgets and finances of individuals served.
• Coach and mentor support staff while completing required documentation.

Skills

Communication Skills

Confidentiality

Teamwork

Independent Work

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Our Company

ResCare Community Living

Overview

Are you driven to serve and help others in your community? Caregivers and Direct Support Professionals (DSP) are the heart of our company with their compassion, dependability, and care. If you want to make an impact by helping people live their best life, read more below and apply today!

Responsibilities

• Collects and reports management information to ensure continuous evaluation and improvement of operations
• Works to create a positive work environment and proper deployment of direct care workers
• Reports safety and maintenance concerns as needed and addresses and corrects health, safety, and environmental concerns
• Implements fiscal processes and loss control programs to ensure appropriate allocation of financial resources
• Completes all required documentation in a timely manner
• Monitors the budgets and finances of the person(s) served
• Coaches and mentors support staff and attends and participates in announced meetings
• Successfully completes all necessary training in a timely manner
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Experience in providing services and supports to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, or related disorders preferred
• Minimum age requirement is 18 years
• Ability to communicate (verbally and written) with all levels of personnel, internal and external to the company
• Capable of working responsibly with highly confidential information
• Must be able to work independently as well as part of a team
• Must meet all agency requirements for pre-employment as required by Company and/or State regulations
• High school diploma or General Education Diploma. Exceptions to educational requirements must comply with state law and regulations
• Valid driver’s license from state of residence with a satisfactory driving record as defined by Company's vehicle policy and/or liability insurance carrier (as applicable per program requirements)

About our Line of Business

ResCare Community Living has four decades of experience in the disability services field, providing support to individuals who need assistance with daily living due to an intellectual, developmental, or cognitive disability. Our community living services are provided in 27 states with several thousand programs and a comprehensive range of high-quality services, including: Community Living, Adult Host Homes for adults regardless of disability, Behavioral/Mental Health Support, In-home Pharmacy Solutions, Telecare and Remote Support, Supported Employment and Training Programs, and Day programs. For more information, please visit www.rescarecommunityliving.com. Follow us on Facebook and LinkedIn.

Salary Range

USD $15.75 / Hour