Lead Direct Support Professional

Opportunity Partners; Richfield (MN); On-site; USD 23,866 - 33,992; Full time

Job summary

A nonprofit organization is seeking a Lead Direct Support Professional in Richfield, Minnesota. In this role, you will support individuals with disabilities in achieving independence in their homes and communities. Your responsibilities will include assisting with daily living tasks, planning recreational activities, and providing education on safety and self-advocacy. If you're passionate about making a positive impact and want to work in a supportive environment, this full-time position may be for you.

Qualifications

• Desire to make a difference in the lives of people with disabilities.
• Ability to work both independently and within a team.

Responsibilities

• Support individuals in group homes to increase their independence.
• Assist with meal planning and household needs.
• Attend medical appointments and manage medication.
• Collaborate on staff training and coaching.

Skills

Independence support

Team collaboration

Planning and budgeting assistance

Problem-solving education

Job description

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Why Opportunity Partners? As part of a mission-focused nonprofit that values positive impact, compassion and partnership in our community, Opportunity Partners will train you for success. Join our award-winning team where you’ll do life‑changing work and help advance the quality of lives for people with disabilities. Our staff works together in achieving the common goal that people of all abilities can thrive in the world. If you want to earn more than just a paycheck, please apply today!

Job Summary

As a Lead Direct Support Professional in our group homes, you will support people with disabilities to successfully live in their homes and participate in their communities. You will assist these individuals with increasing their independence and quality of life.

Schedules: [to be provided]. Wage: $21 per hour.

How You Will Make a Difference

• Participates in the individual planning process with each person served
• Promote hobbies and recreational activities
• Assist with meal planning, grocery & household needs shopping, cooking, household chores, and personal cares
• Assist with personal shopping, banking, and budgeting for people served
• Schedule and attend medical appointments & provide medication administration
• Support & develop independent living skills
• Provide education & opportunities to problem solve with regards to safety skills, social interactions, and self-advocacy
• Manage and maintain staffing schedule to ensure people’s support needs are met
• Collaborate with the program manager regarding staff training and coaching

What You Will Bring To Opportunity Partners

• A desire to make a difference in the lives of people with disabilities
• Work independently and within a team

Opportunity Partners is an Equal Opportunity employer committed to affirmative action and a welcoming environment for people of diverse communities. Our call to advance diversity, equity and inclusion is rooted in our organizational values and in our mission.

Seniority level

Associate

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Strategy/Planning and Information Technology

Industries

Non-profit Organizations