LEAD DIRECT SUPPORT PROFESSIONAL

Resources for Human Development; Verona (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Resources for Human Development is seeking a Lead Direct Support Professional in Verona, Pennsylvania. In this role, you will directly support the Site Supervisor, mentor Direct Support Professionals, and provide essential direct care to consumers. A minimum of a High School diploma, alongside preferred experience or education, is required for this position.

The ideal candidate will possess strong interpersonal skills, a valid driver's license, and an understanding of trauma-informed care principles. This position aims to enhance consumers’ independent living skills through collaborative efforts.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years experience working with individuals with IDD and/or Mental Health issues.
• Valid driver's license and clean driving record within the last 5 years.
• Basic computer and internet literacy.

Responsibilities

• Support the Site Supervisor in maintaining program operations.
• Mentor and provide feedback to Direct Support Professionals.
• Ensure service implementation according to Individual Service Plans.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Mentoring

Organizational skills

Understanding of trauma-informed care

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Associate's or Bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

Basic computer applications

Job description

The Lead Direct Support Professional (LDSP) directly supports the Site Supervisor in maintaining program operations in accordance with industry, federal and local regulations and requirements. In addition to providing direct‑care to consumers and performing the duties of the Direct Support Professional, this leadership position serves as a mentor to other Direct Support Professionals via modeling effective interpersonal interactions, developing creative strategies aimed at enhancing consumers’ independent living skills, and maintaining professionalism. The LDSP will perform responsibilities assigned by the Site Supervisor to ensure that quality services and operations are maintained. A commitment to the RHD values should be demonstrated as job duties are performed.

Responsibilities

• Works with Direct Support Professionals, management, internal departments, and additional stakeholders to ensure service implementation as stated in Individual Service Plans.
• Mentor, trains, observes, monitors, and provides feedback to DSP’s regarding the implementation of the ISPs.

Direct Care

• Develops and maintains organizational systems in assigned areas/homes based upon the support needs of the individuals as outlined in their ISPs and budget.
• Provide service to consumers in accordance with all state, local and federal regulations.
• Operations
• Collaboration with management in preparation for the daily operation of the program.
• All other duties as assigned.

Job Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent at a minimum; Associates or bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Basic computer and internet literacy with the ability to utilize applications like emails, time recording and other programs to enter and retrieve data as necessary to perform the essential functions of the job.
• Two years of experience working with individuals with IDD and/or Mental Health issues.
• Understanding of trauma, trauma-informed care, and the creation of trauma-informed environments.
• Valid driver’s license and clean driving record within the last 5 years.
• Subject to employment clearances, including FBI clearance, if applicable.

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