LEAD DSP II

Job Details: Job Location: Kala Springs - Shingle Springs, CA, Salary Range: $29.58 - $32.64Hourly, Lead Direct Support Professional II - Residential Crisis Program

Location Options: Shingle Springs

$29.58 - $32.64/hour

Join a team that changes lives every day.

At Advance Kids, we believe every individual deserves the opportunity to live a meaningful, fulfilling life. For more than 25 years, we have provided innovative residential, clinical, educational, and crisis intervention services for children, teens, and adults with autism spectrum disorder and developmental disabilities. Our mission is simple: to improve quality of life through compassionate, individualized support and evidence-based care.

Position Summary

As a Lead Direct Service Professional (DSP) II, you’ll be an active part of our residential crisis programs supporting. Your responsibilities include:

Acting Administrator in the Administrator’s absence
Assist in new client assessments with Medical and QBMP consultant
Prepare documents for Weekly Meetings, Monthly Meetings and IBSTs.
Ensure provision of the type of care and supervision needed by residents, including communication with such residents
Supervise Community Crisis Home Staff to carry out the facility's program design including but not limed to
Assistance to residents with prescribed medications, if applicable;
Health and emergency procedures, including fire safety;
Identification and reporting of Special Incidents
Identification and reporting of consumer abuse (including obligation to report to the licensing agency).
Following residents' IPPs;
Ensuring residents' rights
Exercise knowledge of and ensure facility and employee compliance with applicable laws and regulations
Direct the work of others, when applicable
Meet statutory qualifications and company policy qualifications including all continuing education requirements
Respect and maintain confidentiality regarding individuals supported and employees.
Utilize Universal precautions at all times while on duty.
Report to work on time and as defined by the schedule consistently.
Notify and obtain approval from supervisor for any changes in schedule.
Maintain professionalism including appearance at all times while working.
Respectfully communicate and explain all information and procedures with the individual(s) supported so that they can make informed decisions about all aspects of their life.
Provide input regarding individual's progress and needs, and actively participate in their IPP meeting.
Assist and/or participate in the administration of prescribed oral medications, nebulizers, blood pressure devices, glucose monitoring, or any other medical equipment under written direction of physician or as directed by supervisor.
Accurately complete Medication Assistance Records (MAR) as required.
Assist individual with transfers in and out of bed, automobile, wheelchair, toilet, shower/bath, up and down stairs, and in community.
Consistently use all mobility, adaptive, and medical devices safely and as directed.
Attend medical appointments as directed by supervisor and communicate information/outcome accurately and timely to individual and supervisor.
Provide intervention and support during crisis situations using CPI and Ukeru principles, follow behavior plans, and report incidents in a timely manner to the appropriate persons (e.g., 911, police, doctor, supervisor, Administrator).
Ensure that residents are with a responsible Community Crisis Home employee at all times.
Report workplace safety issues, needed repairs, threats to individual or employees, potential liabilities, and other concerns to supervisor in a timely manner.
Report any work-related injury or illness to Supervisor and Human Resources Director immediately.
Follow duties as assigned by the individual and/or supervisor regarding cleaning/changing of bed linens, doing laundry, yard maintenance, and general house cleaning chores.
Complete all necessary paperwork accurately and in a timely manner, including special incident reports, daily case notes, payroll timesheets, and medical/financial logs.
Maintain a positive work environment.
Follow agency's internal grievance policy.
Attend staff meetings and trainings, and other meeting requested by the individual, supervisor, stakeholders, or agency.
Use feedback to improve performance.
Ask for help when needed.
Practice good problem solving skills and the ability to make decisions in the absence of a policy.
Communicate pertinent information to individuals (e.g. schedules, job functions, needed improvements, holidays, expectations, upcoming events, affirmations, and time/money related information).
Attend all scheduled staff meetings, IPP meetings, and other meetings requested by individual, supervisor, and/or Service Coordinator.
Assist in development of behavior plans by providing accurate information, as needed.
Participate in individuals' assessments, as requested.
Provide information for ISP reports, as needed, by completing questionnaires and sharing information related to the individual's skills, needs, and goals.
Follow Community Crisis Home activity schedule
Administer CPR and/or First Aid, as needed.
Request any needed equipment (e.g. adaptive equipment, cleaning supplies, First Aid supplies) to supervisor in a timely manner.
Respond to communication (e.g. email, text, written, verbal, in person) in a timely manner.

Qualifications

Required

Minimum of 1 year Supervisory experience
Minimum 2 years experience working with individuals with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities and displaying severe verbal and physical behaviors
Availability to work every weekend
Ability to work in Shingle Springs
Willingness to obtain Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) certification within 60-days of hire

Physical Requirements

Ability to lift up to 50 pounds
Ability to lift, transfer, and assist individuals as needed
Ability to perform physical aspects of residential care and crisis response

Pre-Employment Requirements

Valid and current auto insurance
CA Driver's License
High School Diploma
Successful criminal background check
Reference verification
Negative TB test

Compensation:

$29.58 - $32.64/hour
Incentive pay factored into hourly rate for premium shifts on schedule
Paid training (RBT, DSP I/II, CPI, Ukeru)
RBT Test Reimbursement
Employer-subsidized medical, dental & vision coverage
401(k) with employer contribution
PTO accrual
Separate paid sick time
Annual performance-based compensation growth potential
Loyalty bonus every 5 years
Life & AD&D coverage at no cost to you
Comprehensive EAP—100% employer-funded
Tax-advantaged healthcare & dependent care FSAs
Ongoing professional development (CEUs)

Why Advance Kids?

At Advance Kids, you'll join a team of passionate professionals dedicated to helping individuals with developmental disabilities achieve greater independence, safety, and quality of life. We foster a culture of compassion, teamwork, continuous learning, and meaningful impact. Every day offers an opportunity to make a difference in the lives of the people we serve.

Apply Today and Help Us Change Lives.
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