Lead Direct Support Pro — Empower Independence

Dungarvin; South Bend (IN); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Vision Insurance

Dental Insurance

PTO accrual

401K with match

Job summary

Dungarvin is seeking a Lead Direct Support Professional to coordinate services for individuals served, including finance, medical, recreation, and household management. You will provide direct support, positive direction, instruction, and assistance to people with intellectual, developmental, and physical disabilities.

The role emphasizes empowerment for independent living, dignity, and respect, with a schedule that supports full-time hours and opportunities for growth and development.

Qualifications

• 18 years or older.
• Person-centered, patient, and kind.
• Dependable, adaptable, flexible.
• Observant and detail oriented.
• Positive role-model for others and able to work on a team.
• Committed to creating a respectful and collaborative environment.
• Computer skills for documentation.
• A successful background clearance is required as part of the onboarding/employment process.
• Good communication is key in this role. You’ll rely on your reading, writing, and communication skills to document care, follow support plans, and collaborate with both internal and external team members.

Responsibilities

• Provide hands-on assistance, encouragement, mentoring, and guidance.
• Ensure the comfort, safety, and personal growth of the individuals we serve.
• Perform housekeeping and laundry duties
• Assist with daily living tasks such as moving around, getting in and out of bed, dressing, bathing, toileting, personal hygiene and more.
• Assist with financials and documentation.

Skills

Compassion

Communication

Teamwork

Documentation

Flexibility

Job description

Dungarvin is seeking a Lead Direct Support Professional to coordinate services for individuals served, including finance, medical, recreation, and household management. You will provide direct support, positive direction, instruction, and assistance to people with intellectual, developmental, and physical disabilities.

The role emphasizes empowerment for independent living, dignity, and respect, with a schedule that supports full-time hours and opportunities for growth and development.