Direct Support Professional (DSP) - Overnight Shift - 8PM-3am

IMPOWER•Winter Park, FL

12h•Onsite

About The Position

The Direct Support Professional (DSP) provides direct, individual support to young adults residing in the Village Transitional Housing Program. This role is responsible for transporting clients, attending and supervising recreational outings, facilitating positive peer interactions, assisting with case plan management, and ensuring consistent adherence to program rules and expectations. Shift hours - 8PM - 4AM.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED required
At least two years of experience in child welfare, social services, or an educational setting.
Experience working directly with at risk individuals
Successful completion of a Level II background screen through the FL Agency for Health Care Administration and a Local Law check.
Valid driver’s license, auto insurance, and acceptable Motor Vehicle Report (MVR).
Negative result from a multi-panel pre-employment drug screen.

Responsibilities

Actively supervise young adults, conduct regular facility safety checks, and respond promptly to on-site emergencies during assigned shifts.
Teach and role model essential life skills, and support clients with daily living tasks, communication, and independent living skills.
Assist clients with job searches, school applications, and tutoring as needed.
Maintain cleanliness and safety of company vehicles, complete monthly safety checks, and promptly report any maintenance needs to the Director of Community Based Programs.
Safely operate company vehicles to transport clients to and from appointments, school, work, essential shopping, and other approved activities while maintaining a daily transportation log.
Communicate client needs to Village staff to collaborate and coordinate services to address needs and participate in client staffing meetings as requested.
Help maintain a clean and safe environment by assisting in light general cleaning and supporting clients with household tasks such as cooking, cleaning, laundry, and general upkeep of shared living spaces.
Assist with the move-in and move-out processes, including preparing bedrooms for new residents.
Accurately document in-kind donations in accordance with agency policy.
Effectively communicate with Village team members through written logs, emails, and other required documentation.
Provide crisis intervention and use verbal de-escalation techniques in crisis situations.