Direct Support Professional

Job Description

Job Description

Medical Temporaries, Inc. is currently seeking an experienced ***Lead Direct Support Professional (DSP)***.

• Minimum of 4 years of experience required. 

This is a FULL TIME/TEMP TO HIRE position requiring availability between the hours of 8AM-8PM or 8PM-8AM Friday, Saturday, and Sunday , with additional hours available 6PM-12AM other days of the week if interested, located in Suffolk, VA. 

Responsibilities:

A Day in the life of a Lead DSP :

As a Lead DSP you will be building trust without compromising boundaries, demonstrate authority without intimidation, redirect behaviors without escalating situations, and provide consistency even when faced with challenging circumstances. Provide structure and ability to make a positive difference in the lives of the youth while maintaining the highest standard of care, safety, and professionalism. The DSP will provide monitoring to the teenage population who are deemed at-risk. 

We are looking for an individual who demonstrates:

• Emotional maturity: Ability to remain calm, composed, and professional during difficult situations.
• Patience and understanding: Recognizes that challenging behaviors often stem from trauma and unmet emotional needs.
• Strong leadership: Can provide structure, consistency, and appropriate direction to teenagers.
• Sound judgment: Makes responsible decisions, recognizes safety concerns, and knows when to seek supervisory assistance.
• Professional boundaries: Maintains appropriate relationships and understands the importance of confidentiality and ethical conduct.
• Conflict resolution: Can de-escalate challenging situations without becoming confrontational or reactive.
• Dependability: Demonstrates reliability, accountability, punctuality, and consistency.
• Teamwork: Works collaboratively with other direct care staff, supervisors, clinicians, and case management professionals.

Requirements for the Lead DSP:

• Required: 4+ years of experience working as a DSP
• Required: TOVA certification
• Required: BLS
• Required: MAT Certification 
• Required: Ability to pass Background Check and Drug Screen
• Required: Acceptable Driving Record
• Required: Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Physical & Work Environment Requirements for the Lead DSP:

• Ability to work in a residential setting with adolescents who may exhibit challenging or unpredictable behaviors.
• Ability to remain alert and attentive throughout assigned shifts.
• Ability to respond appropriately to emergencies and follow approved safety protocols.
• Ability to assist with transportation and supervision of youth.
• Ability to perform the essential physical functions of the position, with or without reasonable accommodation.

Preferred Qualifications for the Lead DSP:

• Preferred: Mental Health experience, behavioral experience, working with the at-risk youth population
• Preferred: Group home setting
• Preferred: Knowledge of trauma-informed care and positive behavioral intervention strategies
• Preferred: Experience supporting youth with mood disorders, anxiety, depression, ADHD, oppositional behaviors, and other mental health or behavioral diagnosis
• Preferred: Experience responding to behavioral escalations and implementing approved crisis intervention techniques
• Preferred: Ability to work independently while maintaining effective communication with the supervisory team

Benefits:

• $17.00 an hour 
• Weekly Pay
• Direct Deposit Pay
• Medical Insurance Optional 
• Open communication and ability to contact a staffing specialist seven days a week.
• Ability to access our consistently updated Job Board for current job opportunities. 

We’d love for you to join our team!

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About Us: 

Medical Temporaries is sincere in its efforts to provide quality medical care to the community. We are interested in healthcare workers who have a passion for helping others and are able to provide compassionate care and services to those who need it. We build a bridge to help you reach your career goals. Many of the area's premier medical facilities partner with Medical Temporaries to handle the recruiting and hiring for their facilities. With more than 32 years of experience staffing the medical community, we have the relationships and resources available to get your foot in the door in a timely manner.  We work diligently to ensure the job is a good fit for everyone, Your Success is our Success. For more information about our company and current opportunities, you can visit our website at