Lead Direct Support Professional-Cold Spring (FT)

Job Description

Lead with Purpose. Grow with Passion. Make a Difference Every Day.

Lead Direct Support Professional (Full-Time, Afternoon/Evenings)

Our Mission and Core Values

We are a nonprofit organization serving Central Minnesota with core values rooted in Compassion, Hope, Accountability, Respect, Dignity, and Service . Catholic Charities empowers our neighbors and creates impact in housing, food, and mental health that is seen and felt for generations.

Make a Difference Every Day!

Are you passionate about helping others and looking for a meaningful career? Join Catholic Charities as a Lead Direct Support Professional and provide leadership to staff and direct care to support to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, autism, mental illness, and behavioral challenges.

Job Summary

The Lead Direct Support Professional is a position that will support the Residential Supervisor in the successful operation of the group home in Cold Spring, communicate regularly with families on routine matters, and provide the on-the-job (“OJT”) training for all new hires. This position also performs most of their time in the delivery of exemplary client care services and will role model how to provide excellent cares to clients.

Minimum Job Requirements

Education: High School diploma or equivalent.

Job Relat ed Experience: At least two years of DSP experience and prefer candidates with prior leadership experience.

Other: Must possess a valid driver’s license and must be able to successfully pass a background and driving check.

Scheduling and Supervision

We are hiring Lead DSPs for each of the Cold Spring Group Homes. Employee's shifts will typically be afternoon/evening shifts (e.g., 2 PM - 10 PM), including rotating weekends. The position reports directly to the Residential Supervisor.

Please note that all DSP shifts are designated as AWAKE shifts, irrespective of whether they occur during the day, evening, or overnight hours.

What You Will Do

Major Job Responsibilities

• Responsible for training & mentoring of new hires. Lead the on-the-job training for new staff. Organize shadow shifts for new staff.

• Accountable for communication with families: share routine matters/updates with client families and document in client logs.

• Facilitate the house/home management: review and problem solve any house or staff issues/concerns with Residential Supervisor; create and foster a positive environment and work culture at the house daily and during team meetings.

• Client Care: Maintain responsibility for day-to-day client care via reviewing all communication logs, progress notes, and data sheets; develop a therapeutic and skill building relationship with each client and model this to house staff; provide personal cares for clients as necessary; responsible for planning and/or facilitating leisure activities or client outings; and continually assess and reassess client behaviors and assist supervisor in modifying client plans as necessary.

• Trainings: Ensure that all employees complete the required training by the established deadline.

Why You Will Love Working Here!

You will make a difference in the lives of clients every day and you will work with a great team of people!

Benefits Eligibility (Begins at 20+ hours per week)

- Vacation (accrue 15 days your first year) + 8 paid holidays + ESST (accrue 6 days your first year)

• Health, HSA, Dental & Long-Term Disability Coverage

• 401(k) with Company Match

• Life Insurance & AD&D

• Flexible Spending Accounts

• Employee Assistance & Wellness Programs

• Federal Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness Program Eligibility

Ready to Apply?

Apply on Indeed.com (or apply online at: www.ccstcloud.org/employment or send your resume to [email protected] ).

EEO/AA Employer

872561094