Lead Support Professional: Empower Independence

Center for Human Services - Missouri; Kirksville (MO); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Center for Human Services - Missouri is seeking a Lead Support Professional (High Medical) in Kirksville, MO to supervise Direct Support Professionals and coordinate day-to-day activities for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. The role emphasizes regulatory documentation, on-call duties, and promoting independent living within the community.

The position requires strong leadership, reliability, and a commitment to person-centered care, with expectations to document

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• At least 1 year supervisory or management experience.
• At least 1 year of experience working with individuals with intellectual or developmental disabilities.

Responsibilities

• Aid Individuals by providing physical and emotional support and maintaining a safe, clean living environment.
• Empower Individuals by aiding and assisting with skill development in self-help, self-determination, and self-advocacy.
• Ensure regulatory compliance by managing health and regulatory documentation and participating in trainings and meetings.
• Integrate Individuals into Community by encouraging community connections and participation in activities.
• Lead a team of Direct Support Professionals by supervising, training, scheduling, and evaluating performance.
• Strengthen positive work culture through respectful, compassionate communication and advocacy.
• Support the health of Individuals by coordinating with healthcare providers and medical services.

Skills

Accountability

Accurate listening skills

Attention to detail

Compassion and kindness

Courtesy and friendliness

Leadership and mentorship skills

Management skills

Organizational skills

Team builder

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

One year of supervisory or management experience

One year of experience working with individuals with intellectual or developmental disabilities

Job description

Center for Human Services - Missouri is seeking a Lead Support Professional (High Medical) in Kirksville, MO to supervise Direct Support Professionals and coordinate day-to-day activities for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. The role emphasizes regulatory documentation, on-call duties, and promoting independent living within the community.

The position requires strong leadership, reliability, and a commitment to person-centered care, with expectations to document