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LEAD DIRECT SUPPORT PROFESSIONAL

Resources for Human Development

Job Description

Job Description

Resiliency Manor for FamiliesLead Direct Support Professional (LDSP)

The Lead Direct Support Professional (LDSP) supports the Site Supervisor in maintaining daily program operations while providing direct support to individuals in community-based homes.

In addition to Direct Support Professional duties, the LDSP mentors and supports staff, models professional interactions, and helps ensure Individual Service Plans (ISPs) are implemented effectively. This role promotes independence, safety, and person-centered care for the individuals we serve.

A commitment to RHD’s values and person-centered approach is essential.

Key Responsibilities
  • Provide direct care and supervision to individuals in residential settings

  • Support implementation of Individual Service Plans (ISPs)

  • Mentor and support Direct Support Professionals

  • Collaborate with management to maintain smooth daily program operations

  • Promote independence, community participation, and positive behaviors

  • Complete required documentation and reports

  • Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications
  • High School Diploma or GED required; Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree preferred

  • Minimum of 2 years experience working with individuals with IDD or behavioral health needs

  • Basic computer skills (email, documentation systems, timekeeping)

  • Understanding of trauma-informed care

Required Clearances & Licenses
  • Valid Pennsylvania driver’s license with at least 3 years of driving experience

  • Child Abuse Clearance

  • Criminal Background Check

  • FBI Clearance (if applicable)

Physical Requirements
  • Ability to sit, stand, walk, bend, and assist individuals as needed

  • Medium lifting requirement (up to 50 lbs occasionally)

  • Work occurs primarily in participant homes and community settings .

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.

Vacancy posted 16 days ago
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