LEAD DIRECT SUPPORT PROFESSIONAL
Abraxas Youth & Family Services
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Job summary
Resources for Human Development (RHD) is hiring a Lead Direct Support Professional (LDSP) for the South Dakota Day Program in Sioux Falls, SD. The LDSP will mentor DSPs, provide direct care, and uphold ISPs and regulatory standards to promote independence and quality of life for individuals with developmental disabilities.
This full-time role offers leadership responsibilities, professional development opportunities, and benefits including DailyPay and health coverage after 30 days.
Qualifications
- High School Diploma or equivalent required.
- Minimum 1 year DSP experience (6 months minimum required).
- Ability to read, write, and document in English.
- Valid Driver’s License and reliable transportation.
- Successful completion of required background clearances, including FBI clearance.
Responsibilities
- Mentor, train, observe, and support Direct Support Professionals.
- Provide feedback on implementation of ISPs.
- Model professional and positive interactions with individuals receiving services.
- Promote teamwork, accountability, and quality service delivery.
- Support staff development through coaching and guidance.
- Collaborate with management to ensure quality programming.
- Provide direct support and care to individuals.
- Assist individuals in developing and maintaining independent living skills.
- Support community participation and individual choice.
- Promote person-centered and trauma-informed approaches.
- Ensure services are delivered according to individual goals and support plans.
- Encourage growth, independence, and self-determination.
- Assist with preparation and coordination of daily program operations.
- Develop and maintain organizational systems within assigned areas.
- Monitor implementation of supports outlined in ISPs.
- Support quality services and efficient program operations.
- Collaborate with management regarding program needs and priorities.
Skills
Education
Job description
Lead With Purpose. Support Independence. Make a Difference.
Sioux Falls, SD 57105
Full-Time
$19.00/hour
DailyPay Available
Looking for More Than Just a Job?
At Resources for Human Development (RHD), we believe every person deserves the opportunity to live a meaningful, fulfilling, and independent life.
We’re seeking an experienced and compassionate Lead Direct Support Professional (LDSP) to join our South Dakota Day Program team.
This is a hands‑on leadership opportunity for someone who is passionate about supporting individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities while mentoring and developing other Direct Support Professionals. As an LDSP, you'll provide direct support, promote independence, and help ensure high-quality services through leadership, coaching, and collaboration.
If you’re ready to take the next step in your human services career while continuing to make a direct impact on the lives of others, we encourage you to apply.
The South Dakota Day Program, a program of Resources for Human Development (RHD), supports individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities through person-centered services designed to promote independence, skill development, community engagement, and overall quality of life.
As a Lead Direct Support Professional, you’ll work closely with the Program Manager, Direct Support Professionals, and other stakeholders to ensure individuals receive high-quality support consistent with their Individual Service Plans and personal goals.
- $19.00/hour
- DailyPay, access your earned wages before payday
- Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance after 30 days
- 401(k) Retirement Plan
- Paid Time Off
- Employee Assistance Program
- Wellness Programs
- Employee Referral Bonuses
- Company-Paid Training
- Paid Training Programs
- Leadership Development Opportunities
- Professional Development Support
- Mentorship Experience
- Career Advancement Opportunities
- Opportunities Across Multiple Service Lines
- Support individuals in achieving greater independence
- Mentor and develop Direct Support Professionals
- Promote community inclusion and personal growth
- Make a positive impact every day
- Help individuals reach their goals
- Join a mission-driven organization
As the Lead Direct Support Professional, you will support the Program Manager in maintaining daily operations while providing direct care and leadership within the program.
You’ll serve as a mentor and role model for Direct Support Professionals while helping ensure services are delivered in accordance with each individual's support plan and applicable regulatory standards.
- Mentor, train, observe, and support Direct Support Professionals.
- Provide feedback regarding implementation of Individual Service Plans (ISPs).
- Model professional and positive interactions with individuals receiving services.
- Promote teamwork, accountability, and quality service delivery.
- Support staff development through coaching and guidance.
- Collaborate with management and internal departments to ensure quality programming.
- Provide direct support and care to individuals receiving services.
- Assist individuals in developing and maintaining independent living skills.
- Support community participation and individual choice.
- Promote person-centered and trauma-informed services.
- Ensure services are delivered according to individual goals and support plans.
- Encourage growth, independence, and self-determination.
- Assist with preparation and coordination of daily program operations.
- Develop and maintain organizational systems within assigned areas.
- Monitor implementation of supports outlined in Individual Service Plans.
- Support quality services and efficient program operations.
- Collaborate with management regarding program needs and priorities.
- Follow incident management and reporting procedures.
- Complete documentation accurately and on time.
- Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations.
- Maintain confidentiality in accordance with HIPAA requirements.
- Follow OSHA, fire safety, HR, fiscal, and organizational policies.
- Attend required trainings and meetings.
- Demonstrate professionalism and sound judgment at all times.
- Passionate About Supporting Individuals With Disabilities
- An experienced Direct Support Professional ready for leadership responsibilities
- Compassionate and patient
- Dependable and professional
- Skilled at mentoring and coaching others
- Committed to person-centered and trauma-informed supports
- Organized and detail-oriented
- A strong communicator
- Collaborative and team-oriented
- Dedicated to helping individuals achieve greater independence
- High School Diploma or equivalent
- Minimum 1 year of experience in a Direct Support Professional role (6 months minimum required)
- Ability to read, write, and document effectively in English
- Basic computer and internet literacy
- Ability to utilize email, timekeeping, and other electronic systems
- Understanding of trauma-informed care and creating trauma-informed environments
- Valid Driver’s License
- Reliable transportation
- Successful completion of required background clearances, including FBI clearance
- Ability to pass required pre-employment drug screening
- Associate or Bachelor's Degree
- Two years of experience working with individuals with intellectual/developmental disabilities and/or mental health challenges
- Previous leadership, mentoring, or training experience
- Full-Time
- $19.00/hour
- Sioux Falls, SD 57105
- Schedule flexibility may be required based on business needs.
- Evening, weekend, and location flexibility may be required.
- Ability to sit, stand, walk, bend, reach, stoop, twist, and climb stairs.
- Ability to drive a vehicle as required.
- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds occasionally, 20 pounds frequently, and 10 pounds regularly.
- Ability to perform direct support duties in a variety of program environments.
- 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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