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Lead Direct Support ProfessionalResources for Human Development • Bangor, PA, US
Lead Direct Support Professional

Lead Direct Support Professional

Resources for Human Development • Bangor, PA, US
30+ days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Job Description

Job Description

Lead Direct Supp Profess

Job Details

Job Type

Full-time

Job Location : Bangor , PA

Schedule : Tuesday- Saturday 7am-3pm

Description

Job title

Lead Direct Support Professional

Reports to

Site Supervisor

Position Summary

The Lead Direct Support Professional (LDSP) directly supports the Site Supervisor in maintaining program operations in accordance with industry, federal and local regulations and requirements. In addition to providing direct-care to consumers and performing the duties of the Direct Support Professional, this leadership position serves as a mentor to other Direct Support Professionals via modeling effective interpersonal interactions, developing creative strategies aimed at enhancing consumers’ independent living skills, and maintaining professionalism. The LDSP will perform responsibilities assigned by the Site Supervisor to ensure that quality services and operations are maintained. A commitment to the RHD values should be demonstrated as job duties are performed.

Essential Duties and Functions

Staff Support

  • Works with Direct Support Professionals, management, internal departments, and additional stakeholders to ensure service implementation as stated in Individual Service Plans.
  • Mentor, trains, observes, monitors, and provides feedback to DSP’s regarding the implementation of the ISPs.

Direct Care

  • Develops and maintains organizational systems in assigned areas / homes based upon the support needs of the individuals as outlined in their ISPs and budget.
  • Provide service to consumers in accordance with all state, local and federal regulations.
  • Operations

  • Collaboration with management in preparation for the daily operation of the program.
  • All other duties as assigned
  • Qualifications

  • High School diploma or equivalent at a minimum; Associates or bachelor’s degree preferred.
  • Basic computer and internet literacy with the ability to utilize applications like emails, time recording and other programs to enter and retrieve data as necessary to perform the essential functions of the job.
  • Two years of experience working with individuals with IDD and / or Mental Health issues
  • Understanding of trauma, trauma-informed care, and the creation of trauma-informed environments
  • Valid driver’s license.
  • Subject to employment clearances, including FBI clearance, if applicable.
  • Working conditions

    Works in participant’s home.

    Hazard and Atmospheric Conditions

  • Exposure to Fumes
  • Exposure to Dust
  • Exposure to Extreme Heat
  • Exposure to Extreme Cold
  • Wet and / or Humid
  • Exposure to Loud Noise
  • Exposure to Confined Places
  • Mists or Gases
  • Exposure to Mechanical Hazards
  • Exposure to Chemical Hazards
  • Exposure to Electrical Hazards
  • Exposure to Burn Hazards
  • What We Offer You :

  • Commitment to maintaining a values-based and trauma-informed environment for all
  • Comprehensive health care coverage including medical, eye, and dental for qualifying staff
  • Retirement savings plan
  • Generous paid time off
  • On-the-job training
  • What You’ll Love About RHD :

  • Commitment to Values : We are committed to the fundamental value of dignity and respect for all human beings, to the empowerment of our consumers and staff, and to the flexibility to meet the changing needs of all our partners and those we serve
  • Dedication to Wellness : We value and prioritize our employees’ mental, physical, and emotional health by providing free, online fitness classes, nutrition services, counseling sessions, and webinars on various health-related topics
  • Investment in Growth : We offer programs and workshops to our staff that support furthering education and the development of leadership skills
  • Requirements

    Physical requirements

    Must be able to sit, stand and move about in the performance of their duties.

    May be subject to participant’s occasional behaviors.

    Lifting Requirements

  • Medium : exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and / or up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and / or up to 10 pounds constantly to move objects.
  • Physical Requirements

  • Stand or Sit (stationary position)
  • Walk
  • Use hands or fingers to handle or feel (operate, activate, prepare, inspect, position)
  • Climb (stairs / ladders)
  • Talk / Hear (communicate, converse, convey, express / exchange information)
  • See (detect, identify, recognize, inspect, assess)
  • Pushing or Pulling
  • Repetitive Motion
  • Reaching (high or low)
  • Kneel, Stoop, Crouch or Crawl (position self, move)
  • Reporting Relationships

  • Direct Supervisor : Site Supervisor
  • About Company :

    Apis Services, Inc. (a wholly owned subsidiary of Inperium, Inc.) provides a progressive platform for delivering Shared Services to Inperium and its Constellation of affiliate companies. Allowing these entities to advance their mission and vision. By exploring geographical program expansion and focusing on quality outcome measures to create cost savings that result in reinvestment into the organizations stakeholders through capacity creation and employee compensation betterment.

    Apis Services, Inc. and affiliate’s provide equal employment opportunities for all employees and applicants for employment in compliance with all federal and all applicable state and local laws and regulations, including nondiscrimination in hiring and employment. All employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, ancestry, age, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, disability, genetic information, marital status, pregnancy / childbirth, veteran status or any other basis protected by law. This policy of non-discrimination and equal employment opportunities extends to every phase and aspect of hiring and employment.

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