Lead Direct Support Professional

Why Opportunity Partners?

As part of a mission-focused nonprofit that values positive impact, compassion and partnership in our community, Opportunity Partners will train you for success! Join our award-winning team where youll do life-changing work and help advance the quality of lives for people with disabilities. Our staff works together in achieving the common goal that people of all abilities can thrive in the world. If you want to earn more than just a paycheck, please apply today!

Job Summary:

As a Lead Direct Support Professional in our group homes, you will support people with disabilities to successfully live in their homes and participate in their communities. You will assist these individuals with increasing their independence and quality of life. You will work three 12-hour shifts during the week.

• Schedules: Three-12-hour shifts from 8am-8pm during the week

• Wage: $17 per hour

How you will make a difference:

As part of our team, you will support people with disabilities in the following areas:

• Participates in the individual planning process with each person served

• Promote hobbies and recreational activities

• Assist with meal planning, grocery & household needs shopping, cooking, household chores, and personal cares

• Assist with personal shopping, banking, and budgeting for people served

• Schedule and attend medical appointments & provide medication administration

• Support & develop independent living skills

• Provide education & opportunities to problem solve with regards to safety skills, social interactions, and self-advocacy

• Manage and maintain staffing schedule to ensure peoples support needs are met

• Collaborate with the program manager regarding staff training and coaching

What you will bring to Opportunity Partners

• A desire to make a difference in the lives of people with disabilities

• Work independently and within a team

• High school diploma or GED

• Must have reliable transportation and possess a valid drivers license. You will receive reimbursement for mileage.

Opportunity Partners is an Equal Opportunity employer committed to affirmative action and a welcoming environment for people of diverse communities. Our call to advance diversity, equity and inclusion is rooted in our organizational values and in our mission.