DSP Team Lead — Calm, Compassionate Care Leader (Stafford)

Guardian Residential Services; Stafford (VA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Free food & snacks

Paid time off

Training & development

Tuition assistance

Job summary

Guardian Residential Services in Stafford, Virginia seeks an experienced Direct Support Professional (DSP) Team Lead. The role leads DSP staff on shifts, ensures adherence to service and behavioral plans, and supports residents with daily living activities while maintaining safety and quality care.

Ideal candidates have prior DSP/group-home experience, strong communication, and the ability to stay calm during challenging situations. Evening and weekend coverage may be required.

Qualifications

• Experience leading DSP staff and guiding a care team.
• Strong communication and documentation skills.
• Background in behavioral support and group-home care.

Responsibilities

• Perform duties of a Direct Support Professional.
• Provide leadership and guidance to DSP staff on shifts.
• Ensure service and behavioral plans are followed and safety procedures observed.
• Monitor documentation accuracy and timely submission.
• Support individuals with daily living activities and community participation.
• Maintain calm, respectful, person-centered environment.

Skills

Leadership

Staff development

Communication

Documentation

Behavioral support

Calm under pressure

Team supervision

Reliability

Job description

Guardian Residential Services in Stafford, Virginia seeks an experienced Direct Support Professional (DSP) Team Lead. The role leads DSP staff on shifts, ensures adherence to service and behavioral plans, and supports residents with daily living activities while maintaining safety and quality care.

Ideal candidates have prior DSP/group-home experience, strong communication, and the ability to stay calm during challenging situations. Evening and weekend coverage may be required.