Lead Direct Support Professional (M-F 2p-10p)

Essential Responsibilities & Duties

• 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 assistance techniques
• Daily Living & Skill Development
• Provide hands-on support with hygiene, grooming, and daily living tasks
• Prepare meals and snacks based on dietary needs
• Encourage participation in chores, activities, and life skills training
• Implement and document Individual Support Plans (ISPs) and behavior programs
• Documentation & Communication
• Complete accurate documentation in Therap and other required forms (e.g., T-Logs, GERs, ISP data)
• Communicate changes or incidents to supervisors and nursing staff
• Maintain confidentiality and protect agency-issued credentials
• Transportation & Community Engagement
• Safely transport individuals to activities, appointments, and outings
• Operate agency vehicles, wheelchair lifts, and restraints as trained
• Follow agency transportation and safety protocols
• Medication & Financial Assistance
• Administer medications and treatments per agency policy
• Complete Medication Administration Records (MARs)
• Support individuals with financial transactions, receipts, and account documentation

Additional Duties

• Perform general housekeeping duties, including cleaning all rooms of the home – such as bedrooms, common areas, kitchen, and bathrooms
• Report maintenance or repair needs
• Attend meetings and complete ongoing training as required
• Perform related duties as assigned to support the agency’s mission and operational needs
• Lead DSP Duties
• Monitor staff-completed MARs for accuracy and report issues in Therap
• Support Alliant licensing reviews by ensuring all required documentation is complete, accurate, and readily available
• Plan weekly meals and complete grocery shopping with individual dietary needs and preferences
• Complete and submit household purchase orders and maintenance work orders in a timely manner
• Provide Rights and Abuse prevention training to individuals in compliance with agency and state requirements
• Oversee and manage the financial accounts of individuals, including budgeting, receipts, and reconciliation (major responsibility)
• Maintain current Personal Property Inventory for each individual, ensuring documentation is accurate and items are safeguarded

Physical Demands and Working Conditions

• Lift up to 50 lbs; assist with adult transfers as needed
• Frequent movement: standing, walking, bending, kneeling, crouching, reaching, and lifting
• Work indoors and outdoors in varied environments
• Possible exposure to communicable diseases and physical aggression
• Use of safety equipment (gloves, eye/ear protection) may be required
• May be assigned to alternate locations or shifts
• Must operate agency vehicles safely, including at night

Performance Requirements

• Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities
• Clear written English communication
• Ability to follow directions and work independently
• Positive interpersonal skills, time management, good judgment and accountability
• Education & Experience & License
• High School Diploma or GED (required)
• Minimum age: 18
• One year working with individuals with developmental disabilities (preferred)
• Valid South Carolina Driver’s License and acceptable driving record required