Direct Support Professional (DSP) / Personal Care - For IMMEDIATE HIRE

Benefits

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Opportunity for advancement

Training & development

Job Summary
We are seeking 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 the job offer.

The ideal candidate is patient, compassionate, and reliable.

DSPs for Group Home located in Suffolk (15 minutes from Admin office) - $16.78/hr FT 32+; $16.04 PT at minimum 3 days a week. Holidays (time and a half) and rotating weekends as of 9/18/2025. Shifts available: 3p-11p & 11p-7a; or 7p-7a.

The average salary for a direct support professional is $16.04 per hour in Suffolk, VA (per Indeed).

Applicant must have own transportation; current insurance and a valid Driver's License and good driving record (these items will be requested if hired).

Responsibilities

Assist with personal hygiene needs and dressing

Assist with mobility, walking, and physical therapy exercises

Prepare meals and snacks

Light housekeeping activities

Dispense medication

Provide companionship

Assist with errands, shopping, medical appointments

Assist with community outings recreational

Effectively communicating with agency Care Team

Qualifications

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 heavy objects, support in program participants ambulation.

Compassionate, respectful, ethical.

Ability to read and write.

Knowledge of Developmental Disabilities and Mental Health 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 and complete proper documentation.

Ability to observe, record and properly report participant’s 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.

Possess caring and positive attitude; enjoys working with all people.

Ability to meet areas of competencies as a DSP.

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