Websitecommerce · 1 week ago
Lead Direct Support Professional - West Metro
West Metro
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
$20.50/hr - $20.50/hrWebsitecommerce is seeking a Lead Direct Support Professional to assist the Program Manager and provide daily support to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. This role involves administrative tasks, daily living support, communication management, and training compliance to ensure a safe and supportive environment for residents.
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Responsibilities
Promptly schedule medical appointments for residents served in the home or apartment program
Promote communication and active lifestyle for residents by scheduling activities and events in the community
Train Direct Support Professionals in the following areas: Documentation in Carasolvao Emergency procedures, Program specific duties including use of medical equipment, appliances, and finances, Medication administration, Documentation through Carasolvao Auditing medication cabinet, Order medications, Works closely with nurse and pharmacy staff to ensure adequate medical supply and orders medication supplies as needed
Maintain a clean environment in homes and apartments by following all cleaning and sanitizing rules posted in the apartment or home
Assist residents with all daily living skills which may include: Bathing, showering, toileting, Meal planning, Money management
Administer medications
Assist residents to any scheduled medical appointments
Promptly respond to communications through outlook, Teams, and SharePoint
Check program communications through SharePoint daily
Collaborates with Program Manager to resolve performance issues regarding Direct Support Professionals
Promptly addresses any complaints and under the direction of the Program Manager follows procedures to resolve
Immediately report all accidents, injuries, or illnesses, involving residents to the appropriate party (nurse, Program Manager, Program Emergency phone, Program Director or 911)
Must be effective in monitoring all assigned trainings are complete by due date
Must be diligent in maintaining confidentiality and privacy by following HIPPA guidelines
Must adhere to the laws as a mandated reporter to protect vulnerable adults from abuse, neglect, and exploitation
Attend all meetings scheduled by Program Directors or Managers
Must meet the needs of each resident served in our programs to sustain quality of life and optimal care
Qualification
Required
Must be 18 years of age or older
Proficient in using computers and/or smart technology
Physical demands include: Ability to lift 40lbs (such as lifting a wheelchair into a van), pushing, or pulling an individual in a wheelchair or while assisting with personal cares
Household chores and physical cares may include twisting/turning, kneeling/squatting, reaching, and assisting with pivot transfers
Operating specialized medical or adaptive equipment, including use of lifting equipment and driving a lift van
Exceptional interpersonal skills and ability to communicate effectively throughout the organization; must be fluent reading and speaking English
Ability to remain positive and foster a positive work environment while facing pressure or demands from multiple directions
Must be cleared by a background check through the MN Department of Human Services
Requires a valid driver's license and a driving record that meets insurance requirements; ability to drive an organizational vehicle
Experience, ability, and commitment to working with individuals and teams that are mixed across lines of difference such as race, gender-identity, sexual orientation, religion, ability, age, class, and immigrant status
Benefits
401 (k)
Paid Time Off
Health Insurance (30 hours and above)
Dental Insurance (30 hours and above)
Vision Insurance (20 hours and above)
Life Insurance
Paid Training
Disability Insurance
Wellness Program
Employee Assistance Program
Parental Leave
Health Savings Account
Flexible Savings Account
Access to Employee Success Coach who assists employees within their first year of employment.
Company
Websitecommerce
Development through e-commerce platform of osCommerce customization
2-10 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageCompany data provided by crunchbase