Team Lead | Day Services

Benchmark Human Services; Hobart (IN); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Vision insurance

Dental insurance

Life insurance

401k with company match

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off and sick time

Flexible Spending Accounts

Advancement opportunities

Employee discounts

Job summary

Benchmark Human Services is seeking a Direct Support Professional to support individuals with developmental disabilities in community and program settings in Indiana. The role involves planning activities, maintaining documentation, and ensuring safety and compliance under ISP guidelines.

Candidates should have a high school diploma or equivalent, and a valid driver’s license; experience with IDD is preferred.

Qualifications

• Valid Driver's License required.
• Experience working with children or adults with developmental disabilities preferred.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.

Responsibilities

• Helps plan and implement community interactive experiences and interest-based classes as specified in each client's ISP.
• Completes documentation as required by state and federal regulations.
• Complies with behavior support policies and implements approved behavior support programs; maintains certification in medication administration, CPR and First Aid.
• Attends departmental meetings.
• Attends all required training and provides HR with updated personal information as mandated.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Must report suspected abuse, neglect or exploitation to supervisor or department head.
• Complies with all standards to assure health and safety of staff and clients.
• Complies with protocols for individuals including high risk plans, dining plans, seizure management plans, positioning schedules, etc.
• Reasonable suspicion of a crime against an ICF/MR resident must be reported to Indiana State Health Department and Law Enforcement (Elder Justice Act).
• For a full and complete list, please contact HR

Skills

Driver's license

Experience with IDD

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Description

In 2025, Benchmark Human Services celebrates 65 Years of Stories! Since 1960, Benchmark has been empowering marginalized populations to see their potential. We are committed to realizing the full potential of EVERYONE – those we serve, our partners and vendors, and our employees, who bring our mission to life each day. We actively strive to be a workplace that honors the unique experiences of our employees. Benchmark believes we are stronger, better, more effective in our pursuits when we are diverse; when we are equitable; and when we create space for everyone to be their authentic selves.

Benchmark Human Services has grown to become one of the most respected leaders in the country in the areas of intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) and behavioral health. We work with people of all ages at home, at work, and in the community through residential programs, employment services, crisis response, day services and more.

Benefits:

• Health, vision and dental insurance
• Life Insurance
• 401k plan with company match
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Paid Time Off and Sick Time Pay
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Advancement Opportunities
• Employee Discounts
• and more!

Job Responsibilities:

• Helps plan and implement community interactive experiences and interest-based classes as specified in each client's individual support plan (ISP).
• Completes documentation as required by state and federal regulations.
• Complies with behavior support policies and procedures and implements approved behavior support programs. 4. Maintains certification in medication administration, CPR and First Aid.
• Attends departmental meetings
• Attends all required training and provides HR with updated personal information as mandated.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Must report any suspected abuse, neglect or exploitation to supervisor or department head.
• Complies with all standards to assure the health and safety of all staff and clients we serve.
• Complies with and implements all protocols for individuals including but not limited to: high risk plans, dining plans, seizure management plans, positioning schedules, etc.
• Reasonable suspicion of a crime against an ICF/MR resident must be reported to Indiana State Department of Health and Law Enforcement (Elder Justice Act).

For a full and complete list, please contact HR

Qualifications:

• Valid Driver's License
• Experience working with children or adults with developmental disabilities preferred
• High school diploma or equivalent

Benchmark Human Services is an EOE/AAP Employer. Veterans, women, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Benchmark has provided services for 65 years. Learn more about our 65th anniversary celebration: 65 Years of Stories.