Lead Direct Support Professional – IDD Residential

The-Opportunity-Tree-; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Vision Insurance

Dental Insurance

Life Insurance

401(k)

11 Paid Holidays

Paid Time Off

EAP

Employee Referral Bonus

Job summary

The Opportunity Tree in Phoenix, AZ, seeks a Lead Direct Support Professional-Residential to support Members with developmental disabilities and promote independence in daily living and life skills. Responsibilities include supervising health and safety, guiding activities per the Person-Centered Plan, coordinating transportation, handling medications, and maintaining documentation.

Requires 18+, valid license, English fluency, and prior IDD experience; CPR/First Aid training may be required;

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Fluent in English, both speech and writing.
• Experience in Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (IDD) preferred.
• High school diploma or GED required.

Responsibilities

• Supervise Members' health, safety and security, assist with Activities of Daily Living.
• Coordinate instruction and supervision of daily living and recreational activities per Person-Centered Plan.
• Encourage development of positive interpersonal skills among Members.
• Coordinate transportation and accompany Members as outlined in their plan.
• Ensure proper medication procedures are followed and orders are implemented correctly.
• Develop, document, and monitor each Member's program.
• Communicate progress and issues to appropriate staff in a timely manner.
• Maintain records and paperwork, including household accounts and timelines.

Skills

English fluency

Driver's license

IDD experience

MS Outlook

MS Word

MS Excel

Web browsing

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

MS Outlook

MS Word

MS Excel

Job description

The Opportunity Tree in Phoenix, AZ, seeks a Lead Direct Support Professional-Residential to support Members with developmental disabilities and promote independence in daily living and life skills. Responsibilities include supervising health and safety, guiding activities per the Person-Centered Plan, coordinating transportation, handling medications, and maintaining documentation.

Requires 18+, valid license, English fluency, and prior IDD experience; CPR/First Aid training may be required;