DSP Lead - Mentor, Care & Growth in Residential Settings

Abraxas Youth & Family Services; Dover (DE); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

DailyPay

Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off

Employee Assistance Program

Wellness Programs

Employee Referral Bonuses

Company-Paid Training

Job summary

Resources for Human Development in Delaware is seeking an experienced Direct Support Professional Lead to provide hands-on support in our residential programs. You will mentor Direct Support Professionals, deliver on-site training, and help ensure a safe, person-centered environment for individuals with developmental disabilities.

This role combines direct care with leadership duties, including regulatory compliance, documentation, and coordination of schedules and medical appointments.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Experience with individuals with intellectual, developmental, or behavioral health challenges.
• Valid driver's license and clean driving record.
• CPR and First Aid certification.
• Ability to pass required background check and drug screening.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Strong judgment, problem-solving, organization, and time-management skills.
• Basic computer skills, including email, Microsoft Office, electronic documentation, and time-recording applications.

Responsibilities

• Provide on-site behavioral health and direct care services in a residential setting.
• Assist with personal care, daily living activities, meal preparation, housekeeping, recreational activities, transportation, and medical appointments.
• Provide supervision and guidance that helps individuals develop skills, build independence, and maximize their quality of life.
• Mentor Direct Support Professionals and provide on-site training and guidance to support staff.
• Work with the Residential Manager to address policy, regulatory, training, and compliance concerns.
• Maintain regular communication with the Residential Manager and other members of the support team.
• Ensure required daily documentation is completed accurately and according to organizational standards.
• Review documentation, including medication administration records, ISPs, T-Logs, daily checklists, and other required records.
• Assist with ensuring appropriate staffing levels and staff-to-individual ratios.
• Coordinate and follow up on medical appointments, prescriptions, pharmacy needs, and related documentation.
• Monitor and respond appropriately to crisis situations while maintaining a safe and therapeutic environment.
• Advocate for individuals and serve as a liaison to community resources.
• Provide trauma-informed and person-centered care.
• Help ensure services comply with applicable safety standards, regulations, organizational policies, and ethical standards.

Skills

Compassionate

Dependable

Patient

Strong verbal and written comms

Organized

Professional

Comfortable taking initiative

Committed to helping others

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Resources for Human Development in Delaware is seeking an experienced Direct Support Professional Lead to provide hands-on support in our residential programs. You will mentor Direct Support Professionals, deliver on-site training, and help ensure a safe, person-centered environment for individuals with developmental disabilities.

This role combines direct care with leadership duties, including regulatory compliance, documentation, and coordination of schedules and medical appointments.