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Lead Direct Support Professional (Lead DSP)New Hire Sign-On Bonus $1,500Full Time Hours: The position consists of a combination of some 1st Shifts (8:00am - 4:00pm) and 2nd Shifts (3:00pm - 11:00pm) and candidate must be able to work weekends and holidays, 40 hours/weekOverviewAre you a natural leader with a passion for supporting individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities? We are looking for a Lead Direct Support Professional (Lead DSP) to oversee the daily operations of a group home and ensure high-quality care and support for the individuals we serve. This role is ideal for someone who is dependable, organized, and committed to fostering a safe, respectful, and engaging environment.What You'll BringA compassionate and respectful approach to supporting individuals with diverse needsStrong leadership and organizational skills to manage daily home operationsA proactive mindset with attention to detail and a commitment to safety and complianceExcellent communication skills to collaborate with team members, families, and external partnersA Typical Day-To-Day May IncludeOverseeing the implementation of Individual Support Plans (ISPs) and daily activity schedulesSupporting individuals with personal care, daily routines, and community-based activitiesMonitoring medication administration and ensuring medical needs are addressed promptlyConducting fire drills, safety checks, and maintaining household suppliesCoordinating transportation and maintaining communication with families and team membersAssisting with documentation, including assessments, progress notes, and attendance recordsEnsuring confidentiality and compliance with agency policies and state regulationsSupporting the Program Specialist with audits, training, and program developmentWhat You'll HaveHigh school diploma or equivalentAt least 2 years of experience in the Human Services fieldMust be at least 18 years oldValid Pennsylvania driver's license and eligibility for agency insuranceAbility to obtain required clearances (PA State Police, Child Abuse, FBI if applicable)Willingness to complete Medication Administration, CPR, and First Aid training upon hirePerks with a Purpose Our benefits are created with YOU in mind.Healthcare • Highmark Medical and Mental Health • Delta Dental and Davis Vision Coverage• Health Savings Account/Flexible Spending Accounts• Teladoc Virtual Health Financial Well-being • 401K Retirement Plan with Employer Match • On-Demand Pay • Employee Referral Bonus Program • Student Loan Forgiveness • College Scholarship & Tuition Discounts • Employee DiscountsLife & Family Support Company Paid Life Insurance Short & Long-Term Disability Insurance Employee Assistance Program Erie Campus*- discounted on-site weekday childcare Employee discounts for select BNI events and services Generous Paid Time Off Seven Paid HolidaysThe Barber National Institute is a non-profit committed to its mission of providing the highest quality services for children and adults with autism, intellectual disabilities or behavioral health challenges and their families. Since our founding in 1952, we have evolved into a multi-faceted organization serving more than 6,200 individuals annually with a wide range of educational, vocational, residential and behavioral health programs.We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability or any other legally protected status. If you need an accommodation to apply, please contact HR. EOE Any consideration of the background check will be an individualized assessment based on the applicant or employee's specific record and the duties and requirements of the specific job.
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erie, PA, 16501, US
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