Lead Direct Support Professional

Unity Bay; Moncks Corner (SC); On-site; USD 31,824 - 43,056; Full time

Job summary

Unity Bay is seeking a Direct Support Professional to provide support, supervision, and training to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities in a Community Training Home. The DSP helps individuals achieve independence, safety, and personal development.

The role involves following agency policies, administering medications per policy, documenting ISPs and MARs, transporting individuals, and maintaining a safe, respectful environment.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED is required.
• Minimum age 18.
• One year of experience with individuals with developmental disabilities preferred.

Responsibilities

• Maintain professional behavior and follow agency mission, policies, and procedures
• Support individuals to achieve personal outcomes and a high quality of life
• Promote an environment free from abuse and neglect, respecting rights and dignity
• Assist individuals in maintaining safe and healthy lifestyles
• Monitor and report changes in health and daily routines
• Follow proper lifting and mobility assistance techniques
• Provide hands-on support with hygiene, grooming, and daily living tasks
• Prepare meals and snacks according to dietary needs
• Administer medications and complete MARs
• Complete ISPs and behavior programs
• Communicate changes to supervisors and nursing staff
• Safely transport individuals to activities and appointments

Skills

Clear written English

Independent work

Interpersonal skills

Time management

Accountability

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Full Time 40 Hours; Pay Rate: $18.00 per hour; Shift: Monday-Friday 2:00pm-10:00pm (Magnolia).

May be required to work weekends.

Position Summary

The Direct Support Professional (DSP) provides support, supervision, and training to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities in a Community Training Home (CTH). The DSP helps individuals achieve independence, safety, and personal development in accordance with agency values and procedures.

Core Responsibilities

• Maintain professional behavior and follow agency mission, policies, and procedures


• Treat individuals and coworkers with dignity and respect at all times


• Support individuals to achieve personal outcomes and a high quality of life


• Promote an environment that is free from abuse and neglect, respecting the rights and dignity of individuals and coworkers


• Remain on duty until properly relieved

Key Duties

• Assist individuals in maintaining safe and healthy lifestyles


• Monitor and report changes in individuals' health and daily routines


• Support prescribed diets, adaptive equipment use, and safety drills


• Follow proper lifting and mobility assistance techniques


• Provide hands‑on support with hygiene, grooming, and daily living tasks


• Prepare meals and snacks based on dietary needs


• Encourage participation in chores, activities, and life skills training


• Implement and document Individual Support Plans (ISPs) and behavior programs


• Complete accurate documentation in Therap and other required forms (e.g., T‑Logs, GERs, ISP data)


• Communicate changes or incidents to supervisors and nursing staff


• Maintain confidentiality and protect agency‑issued credentials


• Safely transport individuals to activities, appointments, and outings


• Operate agency vehicles, wheelchair lifts, and restraints as trained


• Follow agency transportation and safety protocols


• Administer medications and treatments per agency policy


• Complete Medication Administration Records (MARs)


• Support individuals with financial transactions, receipts, and account documentation


• Perform general housekeeping duties, including cleaning all rooms of the home


• Report maintenance or repair needs


• Attend meetings and complete ongoing training as required


• Lead DSP duties, monitor staff‑completed MARs for accuracy, and support Alliant licensing reviews


• Plan weekly meals and complete grocery shopping with individual dietary needs and preferences


• Conduct individual personal shopping as needed


• Submit household purchase orders and maintenance work orders promptly


• Provide rights and abuse prevention training


• Oversee and manage financial accounts of individuals, including budgeting, receipts, and reconciliation


• Maintain current Personal Property Inventory for each individual

Physical Demands and Working Conditions

• Lift up to 50 lbs; assist with adult transfers as needed


• Frequent movement: standing, walking, bending, kneeling, crouching, reaching, and lifting


• Work indoors and outdoors in varied environments


• Possible exposure to communicable diseases and physical aggression


• Use of safety equipment (gloves, eye/ear protection) may be required


• May be assigned to alternate locations or shifts


• Must operate agency vehicles safely, including at night

Performance Requirements – Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Clear written English communication


• Ability to follow directions and work independently


• Positive interpersonal skills, time management, good judgment, and accountability

Education & Experience & License

• High School Diploma or GED (required); Minimum age: 18


• One year working with individuals with developmental disabilities (preferred)


• Valid South Carolina Driver’s License and acceptable driving record required

Essential Personnel Notice

This position is classified as Essential. In the event of emergencies, natural disasters, or other urgent circumstances, DSPs may be required to report to work to ensure the health and safety of individuals receiving services.