LEAD DIRECT SUPPORT PROFESSIONAL
Abraxas Youth & Family Services
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Benefits offered by this job
Job summary
Resources for Human Development (RHD) seeks a Lead Direct Support Professional to join a team dedicated to empowering individuals with developmental disabilities to live meaningful, independent lives. The role partners with Residential Managers to ensure quality services and to promote person-centered care.
We offer competitive pay, DailyPay, health benefits, a 401(k), PTO, and opportunities for professional growth in multiple service lines. Join us to make a lasting impact in the community.
Qualifications
- Must be at least 21 years of age.
- High School Diploma or equivalent.
- Minimum of three (3) years of experience as a Direct Support Professional, including experience supporting individuals with behavioral challenges.
- Valid driver's license and reliable transportation.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team environment.
- CPR and First Aid Certification, or willingness to obtain certification.
- Commitment to supporting individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
Responsibilities
- Partner with Residential Managers to ensure quality services and compliance with program standards.
- Mentor, coach, and provide guidance to Direct Support Professional staff.
- Assist with staff development and promote best practices in person-centered care.
- Support compliance with agency policies, procedures, and documentation requirements.
- Communicate effectively with guardians, healthcare providers, and community partners.
- Assist individuals with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing, grooming, meal preparation, and personal hygiene.
- Support the development of independent living skills and personal growth.
- Accompany and support individuals in community activities, appointments, and social events.
- Implement individualized support plans and behavioral support strategies.
- Promote dignity, respect, self-determination, and person-centered services.
- Maintain a safe, clean, and welcoming home environment.
- Monitor and report changes in individuals' health, behavior, and overall well-being.
- Complete accurate documentation and maintain compliance with agency, state, and federal regulations.
Skills
Education
Job description
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 empowering individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities to live meaningful, independent, and fulfilling lives. We provide residential and community-based supports, advocacy, family services, and individualized programs that promote dignity, inclusion, and personal choice.
Our employees play a vital role in helping individuals achieve greater independence, confidence, and success while fostering meaningful connections within their communities.
Every day, our team members make a lasting impact by supporting people in reaching their goals and living their best lives.
- Competitive compensation
- DailyPay, access your earned wages before payday
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- 401(k) Retirement Plan
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Wellness Programs
- Employee Referral Bonus Program
- Paid training programs
- Professional development opportunities
- Certification opportunities
- Leadership development programs
- Career advancement opportunities
- Opportunities across multiple service lines
- Make a difference every day
- Support individuals and families
- Build meaningful relationships
- Strengthen communities
- Join a mission-driven organization
- Partner with Residential Managers to ensure quality services and compliance with program standards.
- Mentor, coach, and provide guidance to Direct Support Professional staff.
- Assist with staff development and promote best practices in person-centered care.
- Support compliance with agency policies, procedures, and documentation requirements.
- Communicate effectively with guardians, healthcare providers, and community partners.
- Assist individuals with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing, grooming, meal preparation, and personal hygiene.
- Support the development of independent living skills and personal growth.
- Accompany and support individuals in community activities, appointments, and social events.
- Implement individualized support plans and behavioral support strategies.
- Promote dignity, respect, self-determination, and person-centered services.
- Maintain a safe, clean, and welcoming home environment.
- Monitor and report changes in individuals' health, behavior, and overall well-being.
- Complete accurate documentation and maintain compliance with agency, state, and federal regulations.
- Compassionate
- Dependable
- Patient
- Team-Oriented
- Service-Focused
- Professional
- Positive
- Committed to Helping Others
- A Strong Leader and Mentor
- Dedicated to Person-Centered Care
- Must be at least 21 years of age
- High School Diploma or equivalent
- Minimum of three (3) years of experience as a Direct Support Professional, including experience supporting individuals with behavioral challenges
- Valid driver's license and reliable transportation
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team environment
- CPR and First Aid Certification, or willingness to obtain certification
- Commitment to supporting individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities
- One (1) year of lead or supervisory experience in a human services, healthcare, or residential support setting
- Additional education or training in Human Services, Psychology, Social Work, Education, Nursing, or a related field
- State and federal criminal background checks
- Drug screening
- Pre-employment physical examination
- PPD/TB testing
- Full-Time
- Tuesday through Saturday
- 3:00 PM to 11:00 PM
- Evening schedule in a residential support setting
- Ability to assist individuals with personal care and daily activities
- Ability to stand, walk, bend, lift, and provide physical assistance as needed
- Ability to accompany individuals in community settings
- Ability to perform essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation
Resources for Human Development (RHD) is part of the Inperium family of companies.
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