Direct Support Professional - Up to $18/hour

Location Washington, DC 20001 Date Posted 05/04/2026 Category Residential Education High School Diploma/GED Job Title Direct Support Professional - Up to $18/hour Class Direct Care Support Type TEMP TO PERM Summary Our Client is seeking a motivated professional to work as a Direct Support Professional in the Washington, DC area. Available Hours Monday-Friday from 7:00am-3:00pm Monday-Friday from 3:00pm-11:00pm Monday-Friday from 11:00pm-7:00am Saturday-Sunday from 3:00pm-11:00pm or 11:00pm-7:00am Summary of Client's Description of This Opportunity Provide support and care to persons with intellectual and developmental disabilities within a residential setting. Communicate with Individual's families, members of their IDT, day program, and other providers of services. Instruct, support, and participate in household tasks including light housekeeping, preparing meals, changings, administering medication, etc. Prepare food according to developed menus, menu protocols, Individual's likes, dislikes, and prescribed diet. Assist in developing daily living skills by identifying and meeting social, environmental and health care needs. Transport Individuals and/or provide mobility training to assist Individuals attend appointments, community rehabilitation programs, grocery shopping, etc. Attend client's staff meetings, training in-services, house and program meetings as instructed Ensure compliance with VOAC program requirements, environment-specific rules, as well as regulations from all monitoring entities. Required Skills & Experience Minimum of 1 year of Direct Support Professional or similar experience Willingness and ability to provide direct care and supportive services as needed Must be 21 years old High School Diploma Valid Driver's License Clean driving record required CPR/First Aid Certification TB required COVID Vaccine card required DTG Advantages Establish a relationship with one of the nation's largest referral agencies for behavioral-health and special education. Compensation processed weekly. Increase or decrease your schedule at your discretion: choose opportunities that best fit your schedule. Accessibility to grow professionally. Access to a broad array of client opportunities. Company Overview Delta-T Group has been in business for over 35 years, and connects professionals with client opportunities within the special education, social service, behavioral health, and disability sectors. #J-18808-Ljbffr