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kencrest

Lead Direct Support Professional

Dover, DE · On-site

$15 - $18.25/hr

Join Our Team as a Lead Direct Support Professional (LDSP)! Location: Community Homes in the Dover Area Schedule: Full-time, 2nd Shift Are you passionate about helping others live full, independent ...

Resources for Human Development

$18.75 - $19.25/hr

Lead Direct Support Professional (LDSP) Job Type: Full-Time Position Summary The Lead Direct Support Professional (LDSP) provides direct support services to individuals while assisting the Site ...

KenCrest

Lead Direct Support Professional

Dover, DE · On-site

$15 - $18.25/hr

Join Our Team as a Lead Direct Support Professional (LDSP)! Location: Community Homes in the Dover Area Schedule: Full-time, 2nd Shift Are you passionate about helping others live full, independent ...

kencrest

Lead Direct Support Professional

Townsend, DE · On-site

$14.25 - $17.50/hr

The Lead Direct Support Professional (LDSP) serves as the point person at the community home for care-related and documentation-related assistance and expertise. This position supports and leads by ...

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LDSP (ASH 1)

Utah Division of Human Resource Management

American Fork, UT • On-site

$22.25 - $36.61/hr

Full-time, Part-time

Posted 14 days ago

Job description

LDSP (ASH 1)
FT / PT Status - Full-Time
Salary - $22.25 - $36.61 Hourly Wage
Remote Work / In-Office - In-Office / On-SiteRecruiter - Tiffany Wagner twagner@utah.gov 801-763-4070
Application Deadline - 08/02/2026
Shift: 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM
Days Off: Fri/Sat
Supervisor: Holly Holloman
Unit Director: Jed Cook
*This position requires that you work one AM shift and one PM shift per week. This position also requires that you have flexibility to meet the coverage needs of the area. Work schedule may change based on agency need.
Key Responsibilities
Day-to-day responsibilities of this position:
  • Supervising and training the Direct Support Professionals while serving as a resource in the overall delivery of direct patient care
  • Managing caseload to include: processing updates, filling out forms and recording activities; progress notes and evaluations
  • Conducting employee evaluations, creating performance plans and approving time bi-weekly
  • Working with subordinates to manage individuals who are non-compliant, self-abusive, and aggressive (including
    maladaptive behaviors such as kicking, scratching, biting, head butting, spitting, throwing objects, etc.)
  • Consulting with others to discuss treatment plans, new or unusual situations, findings, options, and recommendations on client/patient cases
  • Coordinating program activities, services, and/or program implementation with private providers, other governmental entities, program users, etc.
  • Adapting program(s) to meet specific needs or concerns
  • Cleaning, sterilizing and or disinfecting areas and/or equipment

Qualifications
Minimum or "day-one" qualifications:
  • Experience working with the intellectually disabled for one year or more
  • Experience working as a supervisor
  • Working knowledge of Echart and Staff Management
  • Compassion, reliability and ability to provide excellent care
  • Excellent communication skills and positive attitude

Preferred or trainable/on-the-job qualifications:
  • Preference may be given to applicants with prior supervisory experience
  • Identify developmental needs of others and coach, mentor, or otherwise help others to improve their knowledge, skills and abilities
  • Work with or contribute to a work group or team to complete assigned task(s)
  • Observe details at close range and at a distance
  • Observe physical conditions, behavior or surroundings for potential areas of concern or inappropriate activity
  • Hear sounds that may indicate potential areas of concern or inappropriate activity

About the Role
Employees in this job supervise Developmentalists including conducting performance evaluations and training of assigned staff on daily living skills and other techniques used when dealing with clients. The Lead Developmentalist coordinates the implementation of individual program plans between direct care staff and provides direct care services to clients with intellectual disabilities at the Utah State Developmental Center (USDC).
Location -
895 N 900 E
American Fork, Utah, 84003
United States
Background Check Required - You must successfully pass a criminal history check.
Drug Test Required - No
Schedule Code - AX - Employees in supervisory positions
Why You Should Join Our TeamIn Utah, we believe hard work is important, but balance is essential. Finding work/life balance is a vital element to our culture. To find out more about WHY Utah, click here. Other benefits may include:
  • Job Stability: Enjoy the security and reliability of employment within a well-established organization.
  • Career Growth: Develop valuable skills and gain opportunities for leadership within a large organization.
  • Meaningful Work: Contribute to an important service that benefits the community and supports organizational goals.
  • Supportive Work Environment: Be part of a team that values cooperation, strong work ethics, and mutual support.

The Agency
The mission of the Utah State Developmental Center is to serve as "a statewide resource center for people with disabilities while promoting opportunity through choice and outcome based support." This will be accomplished by providing critical services, support and resources for the intellectually disabled individuals that reside at our facility. For more information on USDC, click here!
EEO StatementThe State of Utah is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, or Veteran status. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. For accommodations, please contact (801) 957-9390.

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