Lead Direct Support Professional

FT / PT Status – Full-Time Salary – $22.25 - $36.61 Hourly Wage Remote Work / In-Office – In-Office / On-Site Recruiter – Tiffany Wagner | twagner@utah.gov | 801-763-4070 Application Deadline – 4/5/2026

Key Responsibilities

Key responsibilities and day to day responsibilities of this position:

• 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.
• Supervising and training the Direct Support Professional's 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.)
  
  

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.
  
  

About The Role

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 Team

Benefits

In 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 Lead Direct Support Professional will help support the mission of the Utah State Developmental Center which 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. Click here to check out USDC!

EEO Statement The 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.