Direct Support Professional (DSP) Driver - Lake View Court

DSI Management, LLC.; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 26,863; Full time

Job summary

A community service organization in Orlando seeks a Direct Support Professional Driver to support individuals with developmental disabilities. The role requires a high school diploma, a valid Florida driver's license, and at least six months of experience in a similar field. Responsibilities include driving, engaging with residents, and ensuring a safe environment during transportation. The hourly rate is $19.50, with an emphasis on safety, documentation, and adherence to regulations.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 21 years old.
• Valid Florida Drivers License is required.
• Preferred: 6 months experience working with Intellectual/Developmental Disability populations.

Responsibilities

• Support individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities in daily tasks.
• Conduct vehicle inspections and maintain cleanliness.
• Ensure resident safety while driving.

Skills

Experience with individuals with developmental disabilities

Driving safety

Documentation skills

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Vehicle Inspection

Job description

Direct Support Professional (DSP) Driver - Lake View Court

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About the Company:

Central Florida Communities, Inc. (CFC) has warm, welcoming, home‑inspired facilities and programs for individuals with developmental disabilities in Orange, Brevard, Lake and Seminole Counties.

CFC operates three 64‑bed Intermediate Care Facilities for the Developmentally Disabled (ICF/DD), Howell Branch Court, Lake View Court and Washington Square. As a member of our staff, you will be a part of one of these living centers and provide vital around the clock care, which includes nursing and medical oversight, to our residents.

Facility Name and Address:

Lake View Court

Purpose:

This position directly supports individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. This position helps with everyday tasks such as ADL’s. These include daily grooming, meal service, risk mitigation, transporting, and following any applicable behavioral management plans as defined by the resident individual needs.

Actively engages with individuals at all times and provide all necessary supports to meet their needs, including all direct care and service requirements. Follows Active Treatment/Programming schedule.

Identifies hazards or dangerous behaviors in the environment and takes immediate action to avoid, mitigate or eliminate, and report hazardous conditions or unsafe behaviors. Ensures the safety of self, residents/consumers, co‑workers, families, guardians and visitors at all times.

Implements electronic and paper documentation of training needs including programming, incident reporting, data collection and behavior observations.

Maintains a driving record in good standing with company standards.

Conduct vehicle inspection inside and out daily. Ensure inside vehicle cleanliness after each trip.

Maintain proper documentation of mileage & maintain resident roster each trip. Refuel bus as needed following fuel card protocols.

Ensure resident safety by ensuring seatbelts are on and chairs are locked before driving. Pull up straps after each bus run.

Follows good vehicle loading and unloading procedures as well as ensures compliance with good vehicle safety practices. Consistently follow all state and federal driving regulations.

Required Qualification:

High School Diploma or equivalent education is required.

Must be 21 years of age or older.

Valid Florida Drivers License

Preferred Qualifications:

6 months experience preferred working with Intellectual/Developmental Disability populations.

Salary/Hourly Rate:

$19.50 Hourly

Working Conditions:

• Frequent bending, lifting and standing

Required Materials:

• Resume
• 3 Personal References

Drug Free Workplace

• Random drug test will be conducted

A criminal history background check and sex offender registry check will be required for the finalist under consideration for this position.

Equal Opportunity Employer:

DSI Management, LLC and all supported companies, as an equal opportunity employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination. The company is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender, disability, religion, or veteran status.

Employment Eligibility Verification:

If hired, you will be required to complete the federal Employment Eligibility Verification I‑9 form. You will be required to present acceptable and original documents to prove your identity and authorization to work in the United States. Documents need to be presented no later than the third day of employment. Failure to do so will result in loss of employment with the company.

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