Residential Support Staff

Job Description

Job Description

Residential Support Staff

Location: 241 Greenhouse Road, Lexington, VA
Employer: Rockbridge Area Community Services (RACS)
Group Home Locations: Lexington and Buena Vista, VA

Position Overview:

As a Direct Support Professional (DSP), you will:

• Provide hands-on assistance with daily living activities, including bathing, dressing, meals, and light housekeeping
• Offer encouragement and support to help individuals live as independently as possible
• Engage residents in fun recreational activities and community outings
• Complete daily documentation and ensure compliance with care plans
• Administer medications as needed (training provided)
• Be a part of a dynamic, mission-driven team that makes a lasting impact every day!

Qualifications:

• High school graduate/GED preferred.
• Experience working with adults that have developmental disabilities required
• CNA experience desired but not required
• Strong communication, documentation, and organizational skills
• Energetic, positive, enthusiastic, and adaptable problem solver
• Must be 18+ with valid driver's license and safe driving record

Why Join RACS?

Rockbridge Area Community Services strives to impact our local community through innovative behavioral health, substance use and developmental services. Utilizing exceptionally qualified staff from diverse backgrounds we strive to enhance lives and promote whole health wellness through a vast array of supportive services! We have been providing services throughout Rockbridge and Bath counties and the cities of Lexington and Buena Vista since 1982.

We offer a supportive work environment, competitive salary, and a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Competitive Pay
• Overnight Shift Differential
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Student Loan Repayment Assistance
• State Retirement Plan
• Health, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Paid Time Off & Holidays

Background Investigation Requirements : All applicants are subject to a background investigation. Investigations may include fingerprint checks (State Police); local agency checks; employment verification; verification of education (relevant to employment); and other checks based on the position.

Probationary Period : All persons that are newly hired, rehired, transferred, promoted, or demoted into a Rockbridge Area Community Services position must serve a new 6-month probationary period.

RACS is an EEO employer and is committed to supporting workforce diversity, equitable opportunities, and inclusivity. Reasonable accommodations are available upon request. RACS values our Veterans and encourages all to apply. AmeriCorps, Peace Corps, and other nation service alumni are also encouraged to apply.