Direct Support Professional (DSP) Lead - Intermediate Care Facility (Brandon)

Quest, Inc.

Brandon (FL)

On-site

USD 38,000 - 52,000

Full time

4 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Medical Coverage

Dental Coverage

Vision Coverage

401(k) with match

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Tuition Assistance

EAP

Wellness Credits

FSA

Job summary

Quest, Inc. is seeking a dedicated supervisor to lead Direct Support Professionals across overnight shifts in Florida. You will ensure adherence to Habilitation Plans, IPPs, and daily schedules, while maintaining safety and high-quality care for residents.

Responsibilities include staff leadership, documentation, and coordinating transportation using large-capacity vehicles. A background in developmental disabilities or related care is preferred, with a valid Florida driver's license and a high

Qualifications

6 months of experience in developmental disabilities or related care.
Must be able to lead on overnight shifts and ensure safety.
Must have valid Florida driver's license and reliable transportation.

Responsibilities

Provide leadership and direction to Direct Support Professionals on shift.
Ensure services outlined in Habilitation Plan, IPP, and daily schedule.
Oversee safety and quality of care for residents.
Drive large capacity vehicles as needed to transport residents.
Complete daily documentation and coordinate staff coverage.

Skills

Leadership

Staff supervision

Safety mindset

Communication

Vehicle operation

Education

High School Diploma

FL Driver's License

18+ years old

Job description

Company Overview

Quest, Inc. makes a difference in the lives of nearly 600 people each day. For over 60 years, Quest, Inc. has been committed to enriching the lives of individuals with disabilities by providing a path to independence, community inclusion, and empowerment. We are a trusted name in offering compassionate, quality support services, and we invite you to be a part of our team.

Company Overview

Company Values, Mission, And Vision

At Quest, Inc., our mission is to help people with developmental disabilities experience a full life. We are guided by the vision to provide lifelong services for individuals with developmental disabilities.

Benefits - Why You'll Love Working Here

Full-time employees:

Medical Coverage: HRA, FSA, premium discounts, wellness credits, free virtual and Minute Clinic visits, free imaging, and surgery

Dental and vision coverage

Company paid life, short- and long-term disability insurance

401(k) with up to 2.5% match

Tuition assistance and reimbursement, student loan repayment assistance, employee assistance program, and more.

Part-time and part-time on-call employees:

Quest, Inc. provides 401(K) with company match and EAP for part-time/part-time on call employees

Schedule

Full-Time: Tuesday - Saturday 10:45pm - 7:15am (Overnights)

Responsibilities

Provide leadership and direction to Direct Support Professionals on shift. Responsible for implementation of services outlined in Habilitation Plan, IPP and daily schedule for all individuals in the homes. Responsible for overall quality of care, safety and supervision of all individuals in the homes. Responsible for driving large capacity vehicles to transport all individuals in the homes

Responsible to detect, determine, perceive, identify, recognize, judge, observe, inspect, estimate, assess individual’s needs at all times

Master all skills and competencies of a Direct Support Professional 3:

Provide assistance with personal care for all residents as needed including, but not limited to, toileting, bathing, dressing and hygiene needs.

Operate large capacity vehicles (10-12 passenger vans and wheelchair buses).

Implement active treatment, training programs, competency checks, behavior plans/protocols and service goals including, but not limited to areas of self-help, daily living, social skills, leisure activities and community inclusion for all residents.

Safely lift, transfer and reposition all residents as outlined in daily schedules.

Ensure safety for residents who eat orally during mealtimes.

Complete housekeeping duties on a daily basis

Ensure adequate supervision of residents in the home. This may include staying past regularly scheduled hours until staff arrive for the next shift or back-up staffing is arranged.

Report to work during inclement weather to ensure adequate supervision and care of all individuals in the home. This may include sheltering in place during a hurricane.

Ensure that the home has adequate supplies accessible to all staff and residents.

Ensure daily documentation is completed by all staff members during each shift

Education/Certification Qualifications

18 years of age or older (required)

High School Diploma (required)

Valid FL Driver's License with no major driving violations at all times (required)

Work Experience/Related Qualifications

6 months of experience working with persons who have Developmental Disabilities or working in an intensive behavior, psychiatric, nursing home or childcare (required)

Supervisory experience (preferred)

Quest, Inc. is a drug free workplace and an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the policy of Quest to grant equal employment opportunities to all qualified persons without regard to race, color, sex, religion, age, national origin, disability, veteran’s status, marital status, citizenship status, genetic information or any other category prohibited by local, state or federal statute.

Additional Benefits Information

Stay healthy with enhanced coverage - medical insurance includes an HRA, premium discounts, wellness credits, free virtual visits, free Minute Clinic visits, free imaging, and surgery