LDSP (Willowcreek 3)

Full-time, in-office position located at 895 N 900 E, American Fork, Utah, 84003.

About The Role

Employees in this job supervise Developmentalists including conducting performance evaluations and training of assigned staff on daily living skills and other techniques used when dealing with clients. The Lead Developmentalist coordinates the implementation of individual program plans between direct care staff and provides direct care services to clients with intellectual disabilities at the Utah State Developmental Center (USDC).

The mission of the Utah State Developmental Center is to serve as "a statewide resource center for people with disabilities while promoting opportunity through choice and outcome based support." This will be accomplished by providing critical services, support and resources for the intellectually disabled individuals that reside at our facility.

Responsibilities

• Supervising and training the Direct Support Professionals while serving as a resource in the overall delivery of direct patient care
• Managing caseload to include: processing updates, filling out forms and recording activities; progress notes and evaluations
• Conducting employee evaluations, creating performance plans and approving time bi-weekly
• Working with subordinates to manage and provide direct care services to include bathing, showering, dressing, toileting or changing incontinent briefs (diapering), oral hygiene and feeding individuals who are non-compliant, self-abusive, and aggressive (including maladaptive behaviors such as kicking, scratching, biting, head butting, spitting, throwing objects, etc.)
• Consulting with others to discuss treatment plans, new or unusual situations, findings, options, and recommendations on client/patient cases
• Coordinating program activities, services, and/or program implementation with private providers, other governmental entities, program users, etc.
• Adapting program(s) to meet specific needs or concerns
• Cleaning, sterilizing and/or disinfecting areas and/or equipment

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

• Experience working with the intellectually disabled for one year or more
• Experience working as a supervisor
• Working knowledge of Echart and Staff Management
• Compassion, reliability and ability to provide excellent care
• Excellent communication skills and positive attitude

Preferred Qualifications

• Preference may be given to applicants with prior supervisory experience
• Identify developmental needs of others and coach, mentor, or otherwise help others to improve their knowledge, skills and abilities
• Work with or contribute to a work group or team to complete assigned task(s)
• Observe details at close range and at a distance
• Observe physical conditions, behavior or surroundings for potential areas of concern or inappropriate activity
• Hear sounds that may indicate potential areas of concern or inappropriate activity

Schedule

• Shift: 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM
• Days off: Sunday and Monday

Pay

$22.25 - $36.61 hourly wage.

Benefits

• Job Stability: Enjoy the security and reliability of employment within a well-established organization.
• Career Growth: Develop valuable skills and gain opportunities for leadership within a large organization.
• Meaningful Work: Contribute to an important service that benefits the community and supports organizational goals.
• Supportive Work Environment: Be part of a team that values cooperation, strong work ethics, and mutual support.
• Work/Life Balance: In Utah, we believe hard work is important, but balance is essential.

Background check required. You must successfully pass a criminal history check.