Direct Support Professional (DSP) Lead - Intermediate Care Facility

Quest Inc.•Brandon, FL

About The Position

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. To see more of what Quest, Inc. has to offer, click here! 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.

Requirements

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

Nice To Haves

Supervisory experience (preferred)

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 busses).
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

Benefits

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, employee assistance program, and more!
Quest, Inc. provides 401(K) with company match and EAP for part-time/part-time on call employees
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
Full smile & clear vision – dental and vision plans to keep you covered head to toe
Security for you and your family – company-paid life and disability insurance coverage, plus long-term disability at no cost to you
Short-term coverage when you need it – short-term disability for life’s unexpected moments
Invest in your future – 401(k) with a company match to grow your retirement savings
Extra protection, your choice – voluntary accident and hospitalization coverage available
Save smarter – flexible spending accounts (FSA) to help your dollars go further
Support for life’s challenges – confidential Employee Assistance Program (EAP) to help you and yours
Keep learning and growing- tuition assistance and tuition reimbursement to help you advance your education and career