Direct Support Lead: Empowering Independence

CommonSpirit Health; Fargo (ND); On-site; USD 29,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

CommonSpirit Health in Fargo, ND is seeking a Direct Support Professional Lead to empower individuals with developmental disabilities through direct care and person-centered support. You will oversee the department across shifts, ensuring essential duties are completed while promoting independence and community participation.

You will lead, train, and mentor DSP staff, document outcomes, monitor schedules, and support health, safety, and welfare.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• ND Driver's License and auto insurance required upon hire.
• Preferred: minimum of one year of experience supporting individuals with developmental disabilities.

Responsibilities

• Oversee department operations across shifts as DSP lead.
• Provide direct care and support to residents to achieve goals.
• Train and mentor DSP staff; document progress in logs.
• Ensure health, safety, and welfare; manage documentation.

Skills

Leadership

Mentoring

Documentation

Community engagement

Person-centered care

Medication administration

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

ND Driver's License

Auto Insurance

Job description

CommonSpirit Health in Fargo, ND is seeking a Direct Support Professional Lead to empower individuals with developmental disabilities through direct care and person-centered support. You will oversee the department across shifts, ensuring essential duties are completed while promoting independence and community participation.

You will lead, train, and mentor DSP staff, document outcomes, monitor schedules, and support health, safety, and welfare.