Interim Lead DSP | Crisis Care & Team Leadership

ADVANCE KIDS GROUP; Cameron Park (CA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Overtime bonuses

Paid training (RBT, DSP I/II, CPI, UKé

401(k) with employer contribution

Paid time off (PTO) accrual

Life & AD&D coverage

Comprehensive EAP

FSAs

Employer-subsidized medical, dental &/

Job summary

ADVANCE KIDS GROUP is seeking an Interim Lead Direct Support Professional to supervise staff in residential crisis programs while continuing to provide direct support to adults with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities. This role is designed to grow into a Lead DSP position, offering hands-on leadership experience on shifts with residents.

You will work weekend shifts across California locations such as Shingle Springs, Orangevale, Rio Linda, and Elverta, gaining coordination and team

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 months supervisory experience.
• Minimum 6 months experience working with individuals with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities and displaying severe verbal and physical behaviors.
• Availability to work every weekend.
• Readiness to work in any of the following locations in California: Orangevale, Rio Linda, Elverta, and Shingle Springs.
• Willingness to obtain Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) certification within 60-days of hire.
• Capacity to complete the Direct Support Professional (DSP) 1 and 2, 35-hour competency-based training course and a pass on the competency test within one year of start date.
• Ability to read and write efficiently in the English language.

Responsibilities

• Supervise Community Crisis Home staff as they carry out the facility's program design, including responding to crisis behaviors, supporting daily living skills and independence, coordinating outings, appointments, medications and meals, maintaining the home environment, and engaging clients in activities.
• Provide guidance, direction, and support to DSP staff while serving in the lead capacity.
• Help ensure staff follow established policies, procedures, safety protocols, and individualized client support plans.
• Support effective communication and teamwork among residential staff and the broader care team.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Experience with ID/DD

Weekend availability

Driver's license

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

ADVANCE KIDS GROUP is seeking an Interim Lead Direct Support Professional to supervise staff in residential crisis programs while continuing to provide direct support to adults with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities. This role is designed to grow into a Lead DSP position, offering hands-on leadership experience on shifts with residents.

You will work weekend shifts across California locations such as Shingle Springs, Orangevale, Rio Linda, and Elverta, gaining coordination and team