Ldsp (Ash 1)

LDSP (ASH 1)

FT / PT Status Full-Time
Salary $22.25 - $36.61 Hourly Wage
Remote Work / In-Office In-Office / On-Site

Recruiter Tiffany Wagner
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 Team
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 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 clickhere!

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 .