Lead Direct Support Professional – Day Supports Leader

Accord; Saint Paul (MN); On-site; USD 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

403b with employer match

PTO + holidays

Tuition assistance

Mileage reimbursement

Wellness program

Job summary

Accord is seeking a mission-driven Lead Direct Service Professional (LDSP) to lead our Day Supports Team in supporting people living with disabilities. The LDSP will onboard, train, and supervise DSPs, develop daily living activities, and ensure high-quality care within the Accord Day Program.

The role is fully in-person at our Midway St. Paul facility, Monday–Friday, 7am–3pm, with a strong focus on compliance, documentation, and person-centered planning.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s/ Associate/ Diploma in human services with required direct care experience or 50 hours plus 4 years’ experience under supervision.
• Experience with Microsoft, Google, and EHR platforms.
• DOT certification or ability to obtain DOT certification.

Responsibilities

• Provide personal assistance, medical attention, emotional support, or other personal care to participants in the day program.
• Develop and deliver programming to nurture living skills and self-expression.
• Lead DSPs, train team in all systems, including EHR, and coach staff in complex situations.
• Document incidents and complete required reports and communications.
• Administer medications and monitor medical conditions.
• Document support plans, activities, and progress toward goals.
• Facilitate access to day program and support self-determination.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Confidentiality

Independent and collaborative

Education

Bachelor's/Associate/Diploma in Human Services related field

Tools

Microsoft

Google Workspace

Electronic Health Record (EHR)

Job description

Accord is seeking a mission-driven Lead Direct Service Professional (LDSP) to lead our Day Supports Team in supporting people living with disabilities. The LDSP will onboard, train, and supervise DSPs, develop daily living activities, and ensure high-quality care within the Accord Day Program.

The role is fully in-person at our Midway St. Paul facility, Monday–Friday, 7am–3pm, with a strong focus on compliance, documentation, and person-centered planning.