Lead Direct Support Professional

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Regular Full Time Service Worker Dover, DE, US

3 days ago Requisition

• Resources for Human Development
• Delaware
• Full-Time
• $17.50/hour
• Daily Pay Available

At Resources for Human Development (RHD), we believe every person deserves the opportunity to live a meaningful, fulfilling, and independent life. We’re seeking an experienced and compassionate Direct Support Professional Lead to provide hands‑on support and leadership within our residential services for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

This position combines direct care with additional leadership responsibilities. You’ll support individuals with daily living needs while also mentoring Direct Support Professionals, providing on‑site training, assisting with regulatory compliance, and helping ensure each home maintains a safe, therapeutic, and person‑centered environment.

Resources for Human Development (RHD) is committed to providing person‑centered services that promote independence, dignity, choice, and quality of life.

As a Direct Support Professional Lead, you’ll work closely with the Residential Manager and support team to ensure individuals receive compassionate, consistent services while helping DSPs provide high‑quality care that aligns with organizational standards, policies, and individual needs.

• Make a Difference Every Day
• Promote Independence and Quality of Life
• Mentor and Support Direct Care Staff
• Advocate for Individuals with Developmental Disabilities
• Build Meaningful Relationships
• Help Maintain Safe, Supportive Residential Environments

As a Direct Support Professional Lead
, you will:

• Provide on‑site behavioral health and direct care services to individuals with developmental disabilities in a residential setting
• Assist with personal care, daily living activities, meal preparation, housekeeping, recreational activities, transportation, and medical appointments
• Provide supervision and guidance that helps individuals develop skills, build independence, and maximize their quality of life
• Mentor Direct Support Professionals and provide on‑site training and guidance to support staff
• Work with the Residential Manager to address policy, regulatory, training, and compliance concerns
• Maintain regular communication with the Residential Manager and other members of the support team
• Ensure required daily documentation is completed accurately and according to organizational standards
• Review documentation, including medication administration records, ISPs, T-Logs, daily checklists, and other required records
• Assist with ensuring appropriate staffing levels and staff‑to‑individual ratios
• Coordinate and follow up on medical appointments, prescriptions, pharmacy needs, and related documentation
• Monitor and respond appropriately to crisis situations while maintaining a safe and therapeutic environment
• Advocate for individuals and serve as a liaison to community resources
• Provide trauma-informed and person‑centered care
• Help ensure services comply with applicable safety standards, regulations, organizational policies, and ethical standards

You may be a great fit if you are:

• Compassionate
• Dependable
• Patient
• A Strong Mentor
• Organized
• Professional
• Comfortable Taking Initiative
• Committed to Helping Others

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced DSP who is ready to take on additional leadership responsibilities…