Direct Support Professional DSP DD waiver

Job Description

Job Description

GCS IS LOOKING FOR TEAM PLAYERS TO JOIN OUR AGENCY

NOTE TO APPLICANT: YOU WILL BE REQUIRED TO COMPLETE AN APPLICATION WHICH CAN BE PICKED UP AT OUR OFFICE IN CHESAPEAKE, VA, FOR AN APPOINTMENT, PLEASE CALL View phone number on jobswipe.net. or Click Here to complete documents required

DSPs for Community Engagement, and/or Day Support
$16.78/hr FT 32+ as of 03/31/2026
PT 25 (4 days a week)
Shifts available: 8:30a-4:30p Mon- Friday (full-time)
8:00a-1:00p Mon-Tues-Thurs-Fri , or Tues- Wed-Thurs-Fri
12:00p-4:30p Mon-Tues-Thurs-Fri , or Tues- Wed-Thurs-Fri

The average salary for a direct support professional is $15.91 per hour in Chesapeake , VA(per Indeed)

Applicant Must Have Own transportation; current insurance and valid Driver's License and good driving record (these items will be requested if hired). Must complete all aparts of Background check process. 

Job Summary

We are seeking a Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) to join our team. In this role, you will make a difference in the lives of people with developmental disabilities by enhancing their quality of life. 

 
Direct Support Professional shall provide direct care services in either a home residential setting and/or community-based setting, to program participants with developmental disabilities and/or other disabilities in one of the agency's services/programs as specified in job offer.

 
The ideal candidate is patient, compassionate, and reliable. 

 

Responsibilities 

• Assist with personal hygiene needs to include toileting, dressing
  • (ADL's and IADL's)
• Assist with mobility, walking, and physical therapy exercises
• Prepare meals and snacks
• Light housekeeping activities
• Dispense medication (if app.)
• Provide companionship
• Assist with errands, shopping, medical appointments
• Assist with community outings recreational 
• Effectively communicating with agency Care Team

Qualifications: KSAs

• High School Diploma, GED or 1-2 years of documented (i.e. PCA, CNA, MA-Tech) and verifiable experience working in the Human Service, Health or Medical Field. 12 to 18 months experience working with persons with elderly persons with mental health or
• disabilities in a group home, day support, supportive-in home, hospital, treatment center, community, consumer directed, home health or nursing home setting.
• Previous experience as a Direct Support Professional, Caregiver, Home Health Aide, or similar role related to the Human Service and/or Healthcare field 
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation
• Knowledge of basic housekeeping tasks and cooking skills
• Ability to adhere to and implement health and safety guidelines
• Ability to adhere to and implement all policies procedures 
• Ability to adhere to and implement all federal, and state/local regulations
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Good oral and written communication skills. Ability to perform simple math skills. 
• Ability to lift heaving objects, support in program participants' ambulation 
• Compassionate, respectful, ethical
• Ability to read and write
• Knowledge of developmental disabilities and mental health and other related disabilities. Demonstrated skill in working with adults with disabilities.
• Ability to observe the rights and personal dignity of participants served.
• Ability to participate in meetings with other professionals.
• Knowledge of simple nursing care, first aid, behavior management, personal care, hygiene, and environmental hygiene. Ability to teach/support participants eating, bathing, dressing, grooming, and other self-care skills.
• Ability to participate in treatment planning, implement PCP/ISP, and complete proper documentation.
• Ability to observe, record, and properly report participants' behavior, attitude, physical condition, and emergency incident. 
• Ability to maintain effective working relationships with participants, family members, and professional contacts.
• Ability to maintain strict confidentiality at all times.
• Ability to maintain professionalism at all times.
• Ability to respond immediately and effectively in emergency situations.
• Possesses a caring and positive attitude; enjoys working with all people.  
• Ability to meet areas of competencies as a DSP and specialty areas if app for behavioral and medical needs

 

NOTE TO APPLICANT: YOU WILL BE REQUIRED TO COMPLETE AN APPLICATION, WHICH CAN BE PICKED UP AT OUR OFFICE IN CHESAPEAKE, VA, For Appointment please call View phone number on jobswipe.net. or Click Here to complete the documents required.

We are currently looking for a Lead Direct Support Professional and Direct Support Professionals for Community Engagement and Day Support.