Lead Direct Support Professional - Residential IDD

COMHAR INC; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 39,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Vision Insurance

Dental Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

403(b) Plan

Paid Time Off

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Assistance Program

Pet Insurance

Job summary

COMHAR is seeking a compassionate and dedicated Lead Direct Support Professional (DSP) to join our team in the Philadelphia area. The Lead DSP provides direct services and residential support to individuals with intellectual, developmental, and/or behavioral health needs while assisting the Site Manager with daily operations.

The Lead DSP role involves supervising daily living activities, assisting with personal care, administering medications, documenting activities, coordinating

Qualifications

• High School Diploma (or GED).
• Current PA Driver's License with a satisfactory driving record.
• Six months of related experience in an IDD Residential facility or related environment.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and privacy of all consumer records and information.
• Medication Administration Certification to complete within 90 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Provide respectful, person-centered support to individuals with IDD in a residential setting.
• Assist with daily living activities, including personal hygiene and household tasks.
• Support meal preparation, nutrition, serving meals and cleanup.
• Administer approved medications according to guidelines.
• Safely operate COMHAR vehicles to transport consumers as needed.
• Complete accurate and timely documentation for all duties.
• Report crises, unusual incidents, or concerns to the Site Manager immediately.
• Participate in multidisciplinary meetings, required training, and QA activities.
• Maintain confidentiality of all consumer information and follow policies.
• Provide crisis intervention using approved techniques and cross-train support.
• Assist with CLA documentation and daily logs, van logs, or progress notes.
• Monitor sites for maintenance issues and help address concerns.

Skills

Direct care

Medication administration

Vehicle operation

Documentation

Confidentiality

Multitasking

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

COMHAR is seeking a compassionate and dedicated Lead Direct Support Professional (DSP) to join our team in the Philadelphia area. The Lead DSP provides direct services and residential support to individuals with intellectual, developmental, and/or behavioral health needs while assisting the Site Manager with daily operations.

The Lead DSP role involves supervising daily living activities, assisting with personal care, administering medications, documenting activities, coordinating