LEAD DIRECT SUPPORT PROFESSIONAL
Resources For Human Development
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Job summary
Resources for Human Development (RHD) is seeking a Lead Direct Support Professional to supervise and mentor Direct Support Professionals while delivering high-quality residential supports in Allentown, PA. This full-time role emphasizes compassionate care, independence, and person-centered planning.
You will partner with managers to ensure program standards, promote independence, and assist individuals with daily living skills, budgeting, and community participation.
Qualifications
- High School Diploma or GED is required.
- Valid driver's license is required.
- Minimum of three (3) years of Direct Support Professional experience supporting individuals with behavioral needs.
- Ability to successfully complete state and federal criminal background checks.
- Ability to pass drug screening requirements.
- Ability to complete pre-employment physical and PPD testing.
- Willingness to complete all required orientation and pre-service training.
Responsibilities
- Partner with Group Home Managers to ensure high-quality services and compliance with program standards.
- Provide leadership, coaching, and mentorship to Direct Support Professionals.
- Support daily residential operations and promote a safe, healthy, and person-centered environment.
- Assist individuals with daily living skills, including cooking, housekeeping, personal hygiene, and independent living activities.
- Support health, wellness, and personal care needs while encouraging healthy lifestyle choices.
- Promote community integration through recreational activities, social engagement, shopping, and community participation.
- Assist individuals in developing budgeting, money management, communication, and relationship-building skills.
- Communicate effectively with guardians, healthcare providers, and community agencies.
- Advocate for individuals' rights, dignity, independence, and personal choice.
- Maintain accurate documentation, reporting, and compliance with agency policies and procedures.
Skills
Education
Job description
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Regular Full Time Service Worker Allentown, PA, US
27 days ago Requisition ID: 9542
Resources for Human Development (RHD)
Full-Time
Competitive Pay
DailyPay Available
At Resources for Human Development (RHD), we believe every person deserves the opportunity to live a meaningful, fulfilling, and independent life.
We're seeking compassionate, dedicated professionals who are looking for more than a paycheck. We're looking for individuals who want to make a difference, build rewarding careers, and become part of a team committed to helping others succeed.
Whether you're advancing your career in human services or bringing years of experience supporting individuals with disabilities, we provide the training, support, and opportunities needed to help you thrive.
For more than 50 years, Resources for Human Development (RHD) has been dedicated to improving lives through high-quality services and support. Our employees play a vital role in helping individuals achieve greater independence, confidence, and success while promoting dignity, respect, inclusion, and personal choice.
Our mission is simple and powerful:
To achieve full societal participation for all people with disabilities.
Every day, our team members make a meaningful impact by supporting people in reaching their goals and living their best lives.
Available to All Employees
- Competitive compensation
- DailyPay, access your earned wages before payday
- Company-paid training
- Employee discount programs
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Life and disability insurance
- Generous paid time off (PTO)
- Wellness programs and employee resources
- Paid training programs
- Career advancement pathways
- Opportunities across multiple service lines
- Mentorship and supervisory experience development
- Make a difference every day
- Support individuals and families
- Build meaningful relationships
- Strengthen communities
As a Lead Direct Support Professional (DSP), you will:
- Partner with Group Home Managers to ensure high-quality services and compliance with program standards.
- Provide leadership, coaching, and mentorship to Direct Support Professionals.
- Support daily residential operations and promote a safe, healthy, and person-centered environment.
- Assist individuals with daily living skills, including cooking, housekeeping, personal hygiene, and independent living activities.
- Support health, wellness, and personal care needs while encouraging healthy lifestyle choices.
- Promote community integration through recreational activities, social engagement, shopping, and community participation.
- Assist individuals in developing budgeting, money management, communication, and relationship-building skills.
- Communicate effectively with guardians, healthcare providers, and community agencies.
- Advocate for individuals' rights, dignity, independence, and personal choice.
- Maintain accurate documentation, reporting, and compliance with agency policies and procedures.
- Compassionate
- Dependable
- Patient
- Team-Oriented
- Service-Focused
- Professional
- Positive
- Committed to Helping Others
- A Strong Communicator
- A Natural Mentor and Leader
- High School Diploma or GED
- Valid driver's license
- Minimum of three (3) years of Direct Support Professional experience supporting individuals with behavioral needs
- Ability to successfully complete state and federal criminal background checks
- Ability to pass drug screening requirements
- Ability to complete pre-employment physical and PPD testing
- Willingness to complete all required orientation and pre-service training
- One (1) year of lead, supervisory, or team leadership experience
- Experience working in residential services for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities
- Full-Time
- Flexible schedule based on program needs
- Weekend availability required
- Holiday and evening shifts may be required
- May provide support during staffing shortages or emergency coverage needs
- Ability to lift, assist, and support individuals as needed
- Ability to stand, walk, bend, and move throughout a residential setting
- Ability to participate in community activities and transportation needs
- Ability to perform essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation
Resources for Human Development (RHD) is part of the Inperium family of companies.
Employment for this position is administered through Apis Services, Inc.
Apis Services, Inc., Inperium Inc., and affiliates provide equal employment opportunities for all employees and applicants for employment in compliance with all federal and applicable state and local laws and regulations, including nondiscrimination in hiring and employment.
All employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, genetic information, marital status, pregnancy, childbirth, veteran status, or any other status protected by law.
This policy of nondiscrimination and equal employment opportunity extends to every phase and aspect of hiring and employment.
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