LEAD Direct Support Professional

Lead Direct Support Professional (DSP) - Full-Time

Position Purpose

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.


Major Responsibilities

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.

Job Qualifications and Competencies

Job 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 and clean driving record within the last 5 years.
• Subject to employment clearances, including FBI clearance, if applicable.

Network Conditions

Network Functions


Equipment/Machines:


Physical Demands
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•Maintain and abides by OSHA requirements and guidelines


Observes all Fire and


Safety Policies and Procedures


Observes all Fiscal/Office/


HR Personnel Policies and


Procedures


Observes all HIPAA Policies and Procedures and maintains confidentiality

• EQUIPMENT OPERATIONS
  • Telephone:

Cellular - Multiline, Calculator,


Copier, Fax, Computer

• COMPUTER SOFTWARE

APPLICATIONS

• Has knowledge of each database systems required by funders

☒ 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.


☒ Stand/Sit (stationary)


☒ Walk


☒ Use hands/fingers


☒ Climb (stairs/ladders)


☒ Talk/Hear


☒ See


☒ Push/Pull


☒ Repetitive Motion


☒ Reach (high/low)
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•Attends all required and scheduled trainings and meetings


Always maintain a professional demeanor and exercise good judgement in all areas of employment duties


ACCIDENT, HEALTH


HAZARD AND SECURITY


KNOWLEDGE


o Bloodborne


Pathogens, Right


To Know, HIPAA,


Security Acts, Fire


& Safety


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Knowledge of Office software programs


☒ Kneel/Stoop/Crouch/Crawl


Who we are: Advancing Opportunities, Inc, an affiliate of Apis Services, is a 501 (c) 3 non-profit organization providing services and supports to people with disabilities and their families so they can live independently. Recognized as one of the leading disability service providers in the state of New Jersey, the agency is committed to person-centered services delivered in the community.

Apis Services, Inc. provides administrative services, including recruiting and onboarding new team members for more than 30 for profit and non-profit organizations across the United States so they can focus on their all-important missions. APIS Service, Inc. is a progressive corporation with over 3500 employees nationwide and growing.

The employment opportunities we have to offer dedicated and caring career seekers are endless. Join us in helping to make a difference in the lives of the people we serve by providing good people to support the missions they serve.

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.

Apis Services provides 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.