Lead Direct Support Professional — Supported Living

ARCA; Albuquerque (NM); On-site; USD 37,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Kids for the Future in Albuquerque, NM seeks a Supported Living DSP Lead to provide advanced direct support and lead staff in safety, ISP alignment, and documentation quality. This role also coordinates services and daily house operations in line with state regulations.

The position demands providing teaching and support to enhance daily living, behavior, communication, and community participation while ensuring HIPAA and ARCA policy compliance. High school diploma required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Ability to teach, coach, and support individuals with disabilities.
• Attention to detail in documenting progress and behaviors.

Responsibilities

• Lead safety inspections, drills and trainings.
• Coordinate ISP/IDT activities and lead staff meetings.
• Ensure quality in documentation and reports.
• Oversee medication accuracy and supply management.
• Support staffing, onboarding, and training.
• Help individuals develop daily living, communication and social skills.

Skills

Teaching / coaching

Attention to detail

Reading comprehension

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

MS Office proficiency

Education

High school

Tools

iDocs

Therap

Microsoft Outlook

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Kids for the Future in Albuquerque, NM seeks a Supported Living DSP Lead to provide advanced direct support and lead staff in safety, ISP alignment, and documentation quality. This role also coordinates services and daily house operations in line with state regulations.

The position demands providing teaching and support to enhance daily living, behavior, communication, and community participation while ensuring HIPAA and ARCA policy compliance. High school diploma required.