Direct Support Pro Lead

Sunrise Group; Boyette (FL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A community service organization in Florida seeks a dedicated individual to support persons with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Responsibilities include assisting with the implementation of support programs, ensuring safety, and providing a positive environment. Candidates should have a valid driver's license, basic computer skills, and preferably one year of experience in the human services field. This role requires a commitment to compliance with safety and regulatory standards, fostering independence while supporting individual needs.

Qualifications

• Must successfully complete pre-employment Background and Drug Screenings.
• Must possess a valid Driver's License.
• Minimum one year of experience working in the human service field.

Responsibilities

• Assist Residential Program Director in supervision.
• Ensure compliance with individual support plans.
• Maintain health, safety, and well-being of individuals.

Skills

Basic computer skills

Driving experience (minimum 3 years)

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

**Job Description:**Purpose:To provide support, assistance and supervision to persons with intellectual and developmental disabilities to enable them to live valued lives in the community.Qualifications:* Must successfully complete the required pre-employment Background and Drug Screenings* Must possess a valid Driver's License with all necessary endorsements and have a minimum of 3 years of driving experience.* Must possess basic computer skills* High School Diploma or equivalent if required by work location* Minimum one year of experience working in the human service field if required by work locationEssential Functions:* Assists Residential Program Director in providing supervision to meet the needs and goals of the individuals according to their plans* Ensures each individual’s training, behavior and support programs are being implemented and documented in accordance with regulatory requirements* Ensures that the health, safety and well-being of the individuals are protected at all times* Provides a positive, reinforcing environment that promotes independence and choice* Assists Residential Program Director with scheduling staff, doctors’ appointments, vehicle maintenance and grocery shopping as assigned* Provides assistance with monitoring for ongoing compliance with agency directives, licensing standards and policies and procedures* Ensures all homes, outside areas and vehicles are well maintained and organized* Performs all other duties as assignedSR97A6This position will remain open until filled. If you were referred by a current Sunrise employee, please make sure to indicate so when completing the employment application process. This company is a Drug-Free Workplace. As part of our policies, all candidates for employment must submit to a pre-employment drug screening after receiving a conditional offer of employment. A positive confirmed screening, or refusal to submit to such screening, will result in a withdrawal of the conditional job offer. Direct Support roles within this organization are mandated reporters, and as such must report any instances of abuse, neglect, or exploitation that they are involved in or witness.Sunrise is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.