IDD Direct Support Lead — Mentor & Care Coach

Apis Services, Inc.; Wilmington (DE); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Advancing Opportunities seeks a Direct Support Professional Lead to provide direct care and supervision for individuals with IDD in residential settings. You will coach DSPs, support individualized plans, and promote independence and community inclusion.

Lead responsibilities include training staff, ensuring compliance, and maintaining a safe, supportive home-like environment aligned with quality standards and organizational values.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Minimum one year of experience supporting individuals with IDD, behavioral health, or mental health conditions.
• Must be at least 21 years old with a valid driver's license and clean driving record.
• Ability to obtain CPR, First Aid, and other required certifications.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct care, supervision, skill development, and person-centered support to individuals with IDD in residential programs.
• Mentor and coach Direct Support Professionals to ensure quality service delivery and compliance.
• Assist with onboarding, orientation, mentoring, and training of staff.
• Maintain safety, documentation, and adherence to policies while promoting independence and community inclusion.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Person-centered supports

Trauma-informed care

Mentoring & coaching

Documentation

Microsoft Office

Team collaboration

Flexibility

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Office

Electronic documentation systems

Email

Job description

Advancing Opportunities seeks a Direct Support Professional Lead to provide direct care and supervision for individuals with IDD in residential settings. You will coach DSPs, support individualized plans, and promote independence and community inclusion.

Lead responsibilities include training staff, ensuring compliance, and maintaining a safe, supportive home-like environment aligned with quality standards and organizational values.