Lead Direct Support Professional

Job Description

Job Description

Company Description

Who we are :

At Dungarvin, we are more than a provider of support services—we’re a mission-driven team rooted in respect, response and choice. Since 1976, we’ve been dedicated to meeting people where they are, working alongside them to provide person centered supports that allow people to live independently as possible. You’ll work directly with people in need of assistance, and / or living with intellectual or developmental disabilities, or other complex medical needs.

With services in 15 states, our team is united by a shared commitment to making a real difference—one person, one voice, one choice at a time. We encourage you to embrace this opportunity to impact someone’s life.

Schedule : Full time schedule - Weds, Thurs, Fri 8a-9p; Sat 8a-4p

Wage : $18.15 / hour

Perks / Benefits :

• Medical, Vision and Dental Insurance for FT employees
• Supplemental Insurance
• Flex Spending and HSA Accounts for FT employees
• Pet Insurance
• Life Insurance for FT employees
• 401 K plan with up to 3% employer match after one year of services
• PAID TIME OFF (PTO)  for eligible employees
• PTO Donation
• Growth and Development Opportunities
• Employee Referral Program
• Employee Assistance Program
• National Brand Discounts
• Tap Check - access to 50% of your pay before payday
• PAID training and orientation

Job Description

What You Get To Do :

A  Lead Direct Support Professional  is responsible for the coordination of services to the individuals served, including finance, medical, recreation, program services, family contact / involvement, education, and household management. A Lead provides direct support, positive direction, instruction, and assistance to individuals with mental, intellectual & developmental, and physical disabilities.  The ultimate goal is to empower individuals with disabilities to live as independently and comfortably as possible while maintaining their dignity and respect.

The Lead Direct Support Professional position is also responsible to assist the program director with the coordination of services to the individuals served, including finance, medical, recreation, program services, family contact / involvement, education, and household management.  This position assists the program director in maintaining consistency in program implementation, individual care, and communication with staff and interdisciplinary team members, including the day or residential program.  The lead direct support professional also carries out the duties of a direct support professional.

Qualifications

What Makes You A Great Fit :

Additional Information

At Dungarvin, diversity and inclusion are a part of what makes our organization strong. Together, we can continue to work towards an inclusive culture that supports our employees and persons served. Dungarvin is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer.

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