Lead Day Supports Direct Support Professional - Grand Forks

Our Mission: To Make Independence a Gift for All

Anne Carlsen Center (Anne Carlsen) is a non-profit organization which has been providing supports and services for 80 years to individuals in North Dakota with developmental disability or delay. Rich in tradition, Anne Carlsen has positioned itself on the cutting edge of innovation with unique programs, creative therapies and advanced assistive technologies that meet the specific needs of those we serve.

Be a part of an organization whose mission is to make independence a gift to those in your community!

JOB SUMMARY

The purpose of this position is to support clients with their life to include health and personal cares, therapeutic, educational, recreational, and leisure activities for individuals with special needs to achieve maximum growth and learning as they make transitions throughout life.  Provides guidance, coaching and mentors to Direct Service Professional staff on their assigned shift, solves issues and needs of both the clientele and staff.  

RESPONSIBILITIES

This position assumes the authority, responsibility, and accountability for working with Program Coordinators in the implementation of a PCSP/IFSP, Behavior Plan and health care protocols for all clientele served by ACC.  This position supports the development and connections needed to be a participant in community life.  The Team Lead serves as a positive role model for staff.  This position works within the guidelines of ACC policies/procedures, State and Federal Laws, Rules, and Regulations.

JOB REQUIREMENTS 

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• The DSP-Team Lead must be able to demonstrate effective skills in organization, leadership, and communication skills - both oral and written. The incumbent must be able to demonstrate effective interpersonal skills; being tactful, courteous, and diplomatic with internal and external contacts.  Must be able to adapt to rapid change, and must be able to intervene promptly in crisis/emergency situations.  
• The DSP-Team Lead must be able to complete ACC’s training program according to the Center’s policies and procedures; must be able to learn and perform personal cares, education and therapeutic programs, and have the ability to learn and comprehend medical terminology.  The incumbent must also have the ability to communicate and follow all verbal and written instructions, and problem solve effectively with clients, staff, family member, and community businesses.
• The DSP-Team Lead must be able to use problem solving skills.  Must be able to support, interpret, implement and communicate ACC, State, Federal policies, procedures, laws, rules, and regulations.  
• The DSP-Team Lead must have general knowledge of behavior management principles/procedures and be willing and able to learn more specific principles/procedures associated with behavior management and be able to assist/train staff in the implementation of the behavioral support plans
• Equipment used:  Understand and have a working knowledge of Windows, Intranet and Internet technology.  The DSP-Team Lead must have the ability to access, manipulate, organize, and relay information in meaningful ways using email, etc.  

Benefits

ACC offers competitive pay and benefits, employee discounts, paid time off (PTO), and great advancement opportunities! Here are a few examples:

• Health, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Employer Paid Life & Disability
• 401(k) & Profit-Sharing Plan
• Aflac Voluntary Benefits
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Special Employee Events
• Great working environment and ability to strengthen your community!

Offers are contingent in passing a background and drug & alcohol test upon acceptance. ACC is a
drug-free, tobacco-free work environment. 

 

Anne Carlsen Center is an equal opportunity employer and complies fully with all federal, state, and local employment laws and will provide equal
employment and advancement opportunities for all persons regardless of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, the
presence of any mental or physical disability, status with regard to public assistance or marriage, or any other category protected by federal, state or local law.