Direct Support Lead — Elevate Care & Compliance

Lutheran Social Service of Minnesota; Fergus Falls (MN); Hybrid; USD 2,066,000 - 2,755,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hiring bonus

Wage increase after six months

Job summary

Lutheran Social Service of Minnesota is seeking a Direct Support Professional Lead to assist in developing and monitoring individual plans and maintaining client files, ensuring accuracy across records including medication administration logs, progress notes and reports.

Responsibilities include maintaining a safe environment, noting hazards, and addressing maintenance needs for site/vehicles, plus documenting activities and participating in trainings as required by regulations.

Qualifications

• High school degree, GED or experience working with vulnerable populations required.
• Experience and/or training of at least one year with individuals with disabilities required.
• Medication administration training when required (may be obtained after hire).
• First Aid training if required and CPR Certificate (may be obtained after hire).
• Mental Health Certification or other related certification may be required (may be obtained after hire).
• Background Study (BGS) clearance is required.
• Driver's license required.
• Motor Vehicle Check (MVR) with a satisfactory driving record required.
• Ability to read, write and use computer required.
• Basic math and problem-solving skills required.
• Ability to recognize boundaries.
• Ability to suggest and implement strategies to enhance the service.
• Computer skills that support LSS technology.
• Patience, self-control, and flexibility.

Responsibilities

• As a Direct Support Professional (DSP) Lead, you will assist in the development and monitoring of individual plans and monitor client files to ensure completeness and accuracy, including medication administration records, progress notes, and relevant reports.
• You will ensure a safe and secure environment by noting any safety hazards and/or maintenance needs for the site and vehicles as well as address any unsafe situations that might arise.
• You will be required to maintain documentation, perform record keeping and participate in periodic meetings/trainings according to regulations.

Skills

Disability experience

First Aid

CPR

Mental health cert

Background check

Driver's license

MVR check

Computer literacy

Reading & writing

Math skills

Boundary setting

Problem solving

Flexibility

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Lutheran Social Service of Minnesota is seeking a Direct Support Professional Lead to assist in developing and monitoring individual plans and maintaining client files, ensuring accuracy across records including medication administration logs, progress notes and reports.

Responsibilities include maintaining a safe environment, noting hazards, and addressing maintenance needs for site/vehicles, plus documenting activities and participating in trainings as required by regulations.