Lead DSP

As a Lead DSP at OCO Inc, you will play a crucial role in facilitating the smooth daily operation of our Individualized Residential Alternative (IRA) program sites. You will be responsible for guiding and monitoring staff, ensuring the safety and wellbeing of individuals in our care, and carrying out all duties according to Agency, Program, and NYS OPWDD policies and regulations.

• Acts as a working leader and directs the routine work of staff; redirects, guides, and offers constructive feedback to staff for optimal performance.
• Assists with making staff feel welcome and integrated to the team.
• Manages day-to-day schedules, plans coverage for PTO requests, med needs, and medical appointment coverage.
• Gives feedback for performance appraisals and performance improvement; participates in appraisal meetings.
• Handles, administers, and reconciles individuals' PNA, and Agency grocery and petty cash accounts in accordance with OPWDD regulations and Agency procedures; ensures accurate documentations and balances.
• Oversees weekly facilities checks, reviews work order submissions, and follow-up.
• Works collaboratively with program nursing staff and supervisor to ensure the health and welfare of individuals; oversees appointments and follow-up and ensures necessary paperwork is completed in accordance with OPWDD regulations and Agency policy.
• Oversees menu planning and grocery shopping according to individual's dietary needs.
• Facilitates consumer house meeting and activity schedule.

• Must be able to work as scheduled, be flexible to work additional shifts, or cover extended shifts to ensure coverage ratios.
• Must be able to relate well with developmentally disabled individuals and their families.
• Must be able to exercise good judgment in carrying out duties, follow regulations, and defuse behavioral concerns.
• Must have the ability to work with others in a warm, professional manner and be a positive role model to individuals.
• Must maintain professionalism at work and when representing the Agency.
• Valid NYS Driver's license with good driving record in accordance with Agency policy/procedure and access to a reliable, properly registered, inspected, and insured vehicle for related area travel/transport.
• Becoming certified Agency Vehicles which may include driving 12–15 passenger vans.
• Must have acceptable physical ability to carry out the position, including the ability to perform within the DD program Functional Job Description, including but not limited to: lifting regularly, pushing wheelchairs, assisting in transferring individuals, and climbing stairs.
• Within one month of hire: must obtain a complete site orientation and OCO's general mandatory orientation.
• Within two months of hire: must successfully complete all Agency and program required orientation/trainings.
• Within four months of hire: must obtain and maintain certifications in CPR/First-Aid and SCIP.
• Upon Offering: must attend and successfully complete the OPWDD Medication Administration course, attend Part II of the training, and become certified by OCO's Nurse Manager and maintain certification.
• Must maintain all required certifications and trainings and attend additional trainings as required for skill enhancement.
• Must obtain and maintain Insulin Certification, if required by the site.

• High School Diploma or equivalency.
• 1-3 year's directly related experience in direct care and leadership experience.
• Any equivalent combination of education, experience, and training.