Lead Direct Support Professional (Residential Coordinator)

About the role

At Dungarvin, you’ll work directly with individuals who have intellectual or developmental disabilities, complex medical needs, or other support requirements. The Lead Direct Support Professional (Residential Coordinator) assists the Program Director in coordinating finance, medical, recreation, program services, family involvement, education, and household management, while also providing hands‑on direct support.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Program Director with coordination of services for individuals served, including finance, medical, recreation, program services, family contact/involvement, education, and household management.
• Maintain consistency in program implementation, individual care, and communication with staff and interdisciplinary team members.
• Carry out the duties of a Direct Support Professional, providing hands‑on assistance, encouragement, mentoring, and guidance.
• Ensure the comfort, safety, and personal growth of the individuals served.
• Assist with daily living tasks such as mobility, dressing, bathing, toileting, personal hygiene, and related activities.

Qualifications

• 18 years of age or older.
• Person‑centered, patient, and kind.
• Dependable, adaptable, and flexible.
• Observant and detail‑oriented.
• Positive role model and effective team player.
• Committed to creating a respectful and collaborative environment.
• Computer skills for documentation.
• Valid driver’s license (some locations may require personal vehicle and auto‑liability insurance).
• Successful background clearance required.
• Strong reading, writing, and communication skills for documenting care, following support plans, and collaborating with internal and external team members.

Pay

Starting Pay: $15.00/hr

Schedule

Full‑time

Benefits

• Medical, Vision, and Dental Insurance for full‑time employees
• Supplemental Insurance
• Flex Spending and HSA Accounts for full‑time employees
• Pet Insurance
• Life Insurance for full‑time employees
• 401(k) plan with up to 3% employer match after one year of service
• Paid Time Off (PTO) for eligible employees
• PTO donation
• Growth and development opportunities
• Employee Referral Program
• Employee Assistance Program
• Mileage reimbursement
• National brand discounts
• Tapcheck – access to 50% of your pay before payday
• Paid training and orientation