LDSP (Cascade Springs Apartment A)

State of Utah; American Fork (UT); On-site; USD 47,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

The Utah State Developmental Center in American Fork, Utah is seeking a supervisory Direct Support Professional to lead and train staff delivering direct patient care. Responsibilities include managing caseloads, processing updates and forms, recording activities and progress notes, and conducting bi-weekly evaluations to improve care quality.

You will collaborate with clinicians and private providers, adapt programs to meet client needs, and ensure safety through proper cleaning and equipment

Qualifications

• Experience working with the intellectually disabled for one year or more.
• Experience working as a supervisor.
• Working knowledge of Echart and Staff Management.
• Compassion, reliability and ability to provide excellent care.
• Excellent communication skills and positive attitude.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and train Direct Support Professionals and support delivery of direct patient care.
• Manage caseload: process updates, fill forms, record activities, and progress notes.
• Conduct employee evaluations and create performance plans, approve time bi-weekly.
• Address non-compliant or aggressive behaviors and support staff.
• Consult with clinicians on treatment plans and client cases.
• Coordinate activities with private providers and other entities.
• Adapt programs to meet specific client needs.
• Maintain clean, sterilized areas and equipment.

Skills

Supervisor experience

Direct care

Communication skills

Compassionate care

Echart knowledge

Tools

Echart

Staff management

Job description

FT / PT Status – Full-Time

Benefits Eligibility – This position is eligible for a full benefits package.

Salary – $22.81 - $36.61 Hourly Wage

Remote Work / In-Office – In-Office / On-Site

Days off : Sunday/Monday/Tuesday

Application Deadline – 9/20/2026*

• This job posting may close at any time after the minimum advertising period of three (3) business days has passed, should a sufficient applicant pool be received.

Key Responsibilities

Key responsibilities and day to day responsibilities of this position:

• Supervising and training the Direct Support Professional's while serving as a resource in the overall delivery of direct patient care
• Managing caseload to include: processing updates, filling out forms and recording activities; progress notes and evaluations
• Conducting employee evaluations, creating performance plans and approving time bi-weekly
• Working with subordinates to manage individuals who are non-compliant, self-abusive, and aggressive (including maladaptive behaviors such as kicking, scratching, biting, head butting, spitting, throwing objects, etc.)
• Consulting with others to discuss treatment plans, new or unusual situations, findings, options, and recommendations on client/patient cases
• Coordinating program activities, services, and/or program implementation with private providers, other governmental entities, program users, etc.
• Adapting program(s) to meet specific needs or concerns
• Cleaning, sterilizing and or disinfecting areas and/or equipment

Qualifications

• Experience working with the intellectually disabled for one year or more
• Experience working as a supervisor
• Working knowledge of Echart and Staff Management
• Compassion, reliability and ability to provide excellent care
• Excellent communication skills and positive attitude

Preferred Or Trainable/on-the-job Qualifications

• Preference may be given to applicants with prior supervisory experience
• Identify developmental needs of others and coach, mentor, or otherwise help others to improve their knowledge, skills and abilities
• Work with or contribute to a work group or team to complete assigned task(s)
• Observe details at close range and at a distance
• Observe physical conditions, behavior or surroundings for potential areas of concern or inappropriate activity
• Hear sounds that may indicate potential areas of concern or inappropriate activity

Location

895 N 900 E

American Fork, Utah, 84003

United States

Background Check Required – You must successfully pass a criminal history check.

Drug Test Required – No

Schedule Code – AX - Employees in supervisory positions

Why You Should Join Our Team

Benefits

In Utah, we believe hard work is important, but balance is essential. Finding work/life balance is a vital element to our culture. To find out more about WHY Utah , click here . Other benefits may include:

• Job Stability: Enjoy the security and reliability of employment within a well-established organization.
• Career Growth: Develop valuable skills and gain opportunities for leadership within a large organization.
• Meaningful Work: Contribute to an important service that benefits the community and supports organizational goals.
• Supportive Work Environment: Be part of a team that values cooperation, strong work ethics, and mutual support.

The Agency

The mission of the Utah State Developmental Center is to serve as "a statewide resource center for people with disabilities while promoting opportunity through choice and outcome based support." This will be accomplished by providing critical services, support and resources for the intellectually disabled individuals that reside at our facility.

For more information on USDC, click here!

EEO Statement

The State of Utah is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, or Veteran status. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. For accommodations, please contact [phone].