Lead Direct Support Professional

Job description

Full Time 40 Hours**** Pay Rate: $18.00 per hours**** Shift: Monday-Friday 2:00pm-10:00pm (Willow)*** May be required to work weekends Position Summary: The Direct Support Professional (DSP) provides support, supervision, and training to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities in a Community Training Home (CTH). The DSP helps individuals achieve independence, safety, and personal development in accordance with agency values and procedures. Essential Responsibilities & Duties -: Professionalism & Conduct: - Maintain professional behavior and follow agency mission, policies, and procedures - Treat individuals and coworkers with dignity and respect at all times - Support Individuals to Achieve Personal Outcomes and a High Quality of Life - Promote an environment that is free from abuse and neglect, respecting the rights and dignity of individuals and coworkers - Remain on duty until properly relieved Health & Safety Support: - Assist individuals in maintaining safe and healthy lifestyles - Monitor and report changes in individuals' health and daily routines - Support prescribed diets, adaptive equipment use, and safety drills - Follow proper lifting and mobility a...