Residential Direct Care - Supervisor

About the role

Work That Matters. Support That Lasts. At VisionQuest (VQ), we serve children, youth, and families during some of the most critical moments of their lives. Our teams help young people overcome challenges, build resilience, and move toward brighter futures. VQ is a national child, youth, and family services organization providing residential programming, community-based services, and in-home support across the United States. We partner with state and federal agencies to deliver services where the need is greatest and to strengthen the communities we serve. Every role at VQ contributes to meaningful impact. Whether working directly with youth or supporting the professionals who serve them, your work helps create opportunity and stability for the next generation. Why build your career at VQ? Purpose-driven work – Every role contributes to helping children and families succeed. Fair and responsible compensation – We are committed to transparent and equitable pay practices. Career growth opportunities – Internal promotions and leadership development pathways. Professional leadership culture – Accountable, supportive leadership focused on long-term success.

The Residential Direct Care Supervisor is responsible for overseeing the delivery of residential services to ensure the safety, well-being, and appropriate care of all children in the program. This role supervises the Youth Care Workers and coordinates the activities of the Direct Care Department. The Residential Direct Care Supervisor monitors and documents child progress, ensuring services are delivered in accordance with all applicable Texas Department of Family and Protective Services minimum standards. The position requires a proactive approach to maintaining compliance and fostering a safe, supportive environment for children in care.

Responsibilities

• Staff Supervision & Leadership: Coordinate, supervise, and monitor Youth Care Workers across all shifts; maintain appropriate staff-to-child ratios and ensure direct supervision and line-of-sight of children at all times; provide coaching, performance evaluations, and address employee performance issues with appropriate documentation; oversee staff scheduling, approve time-off requests, and review timecards using Rippling; participate in hiring, onboarding, and on-the-job training of new employees; create and implement individualized training plans for new hires and support ongoing staff development.
• Program Oversight & Compliance: Ensure compliance with state licensing standards, contract requirements, and internal policies and procedures; conduct internal audits and monitor documentation to maintain regulatory compliance; ensure accurate and timely documentation in the required state and company record systems; oversee intake, transfer, and discharge processes, ensuring children receive required services upon arrival (e.g., meals, hygiene, clothing, and room assignment).
• Operations & Communication: Maintain oversight of daily program operations, including safety, accountability, and security; identify and report safety concerns, ensuring prompt resolution; facilitate communication and collaboration across departments and interdisciplinary teams; keep leadership informed through detailed reports and participate in departmental meetings and decision-making.
• Youth Support & Activities: Assist staff with child supervision and promote adherence to the Behavioral Management System; develop and implement monthly recreational calendars and ensure availability of needed supplies and equipment; coordinate and support special educational and recreational events; collect feedback from children and staff to assess satisfaction and improve services accordingly.
• Administrative & Ancillary Duties: Assist with quarterly reports and manage departmental documentation and records; support logistics such as transportation, food services, and daily scheduling; participate in the supervisory on-call rotation as needed; participate in scheduled meetings, team decisions and operations; ensure youth progress is documented and communicated to the treatment team consistently.

Requirements

Education & Experience: High School Diploma or equivalent; College degree in Human Services field is preferred; At least 1-2 years of residential child-care experience is required; 1-2 years of supervisory experience is required or 2 years of previous work/volunteer experience with juveniles is preferred.

Working Conditions/Physical Requirements: May lift and carry up to 10 pounds frequently, up to 20 pounds occasionally, up to 50 pounds infrequently; performs tasks that may involve standing or walking 50% of the day; sitting 50% of the day; may bend, stoop, reach and grasp as necessary; must be able to provide First Aid and CPR; must be able to perform physical holds as instructed in Crisis Prevention Intervention training (C