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Direct Support Professional for Employment Day Program

Direct Support Professional for Employment Day Program

ServiceSource, Inc.Herndon, VA, United States
5 days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Make an impact by joining ServiceSource, a champion for people with disabilities. Explore new opportunities! ServiceSource is an organization of talented people who drive innovation, embrace change, and strengthen communities .

Ready to Make a Difference?

If you're looking for a fulfilling role that allows you to contribute positively to the lives of others while enjoying a unique work environment, we want to hear from you!

Apply today and become a part of our ServiceSource family!

We're looking for compassionate and skilled Community Integration Specialists (Direct Support Professionals) to join our Day Support Program at the picturesque Frying Pan Farm Park in Herndon, VA . If you're seeking a rewarding career that fosters community engagement and personal growth, this is the perfect opportunity for you!

Why Work With Us?

At Ellmore Farmhouse, we pride ourselves on providing a relaxed and supportive environment that stands out from traditional day support programs. Here's what makes our program unique :

  • Community Integration : Work and volunteer in Frying Pan Farm Park, actively engaging with the community and participating in farm activities. Assist participants in giving tours of the historic Ellmore House, enriching their community experience!
  • Skill Development : Help participants develop job-related skills in our cafe and store, providing exceptional customer service while fostering independence.
  • Intimate Setting : Enjoy working in a small-site feel with a maximum of 22 participants, allowing for meaningful connections and personalized support.
  • Active Engagement : Utilize our expansive field for sports and group activities, keeping the atmosphere fun and dynamic.
  • Low-Intensity Support : Experience a regular intensity site with eager participants who are ready to learn and grow.
  • Volunteering Opportunities : Engage with animals, gardens, and the Herndon community through various volunteering opportunities at the farm.

Our Benefits :

  • Starting Pay at $18 / hr with opportunities for growth.
  • Consistent Hours : Monday - Friday, 8 : 00 am - 4 : 30 pm
  • Generous PTO : Over three weeks of paid time off during your first year and eleven federal holidays observed.
  • Career Advancement : Established promotion opportunities and clear career pathways.
  • Education Support : Tuition reimbursement and professional development opportunities.
  • Wellness Incentives : $500 annual wellness reimbursement.
  • Comprehensive Benefits : Robust health, vision, and dental coverage, retirement matching, and generous life and disability insurance options.
  • A Fun and Exciting Atmosphere : Work with active participants who are excited to engage and learn!
  • Your Role :

  • Create and facilitate engaging daily activities, fostering community participation and skill-building for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
  • Build trusting relationships with participants, providing essential support in areas such as communication, mobility, personal care, and safety.
  • Collaborate on Person Centered Plans (PCPs), helping participants achieve their goals and growth.
  • Requirements :

  • Proof of High School Diploma or GED.
  • One year of experience working with individuals with disabilities or caregiving experience.
  • Successfully complete employment background screen and drug screen.
  • Expanded Job Description :

    Primary Duties

    Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. These duties and responsibilities will be rated on the Annual Performance Review.

  • Identify and schedule meaningful, integrated, inclusive community- based activities and volunteer opportunities that target a variety of settings and a range of skills.
  • Coordinate with assigned staff to maximize the utilization of resources.
  • Design, coordinate and implement curricula targeting skill building necessary tosupport independence.
  • Gather input from persons served to create a monthly schedule of events to ensure person-centered desires, preferences, and outcomes are met.
  • Responsible for a safe, clean, and orderly environment. Immediately report any unsafe conditions, medical concerns to the Program Manager or designee. Follow established written protocols and plans. Report any allegations of abuse, neglect, and exploitation according to ServiceSource policies and procedures.
  • Additional Responsibilities

  • Provide support in areas of program design, development and implementation.
  • Assure that programs are operated according to CARF, Licensing, Medicaid Waiver and other regulatory standards.
  • Ensure that the needs of the individual served are being met and monitor services being provided by assigned personnel.
  • Adhere to health and safety regulations.
  • Perform other responsibilities as assigned.
  • Qualifications : Education, Experience, and Certification(s )

  • Required : High school diploma or General Educational Development (GED).
  • Preferred : Bachelor's degree in human services or other related field.
  • Required : Minimum one (1) year of experience working with adults with developmental disabilities or in a related field.
  • Must pass the State of Virginia Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Services (DBHDS) fingerprinting and criminal background check.
  • Employees who drive individuals in the community must possess a current and valid driver's license. Eligible drivers must have a good motor vehicle record (MVR). Driving requirements vary by site.
  • If eligible to drive, must pass the online driving training within 15 days of hire.
  • Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

  • Ability to relate well to people at all levels of an organization.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office skills, and the ability to become familiar with corporate specificprograms and software.
  • Ability to solve practical problems andadapt to new information and guidance quickly.
  • Excellent verbaland writtencommunication skills.
  • Detail-oriented and able to carry out work with the highest levels of accuracy.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
  • Ability to speak professionally and effectively before groups of customers or employees of the organization. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.
  • Ability to develop and implement professionally written plans and supporting documentation.
  • Ability to initiate and lead age appropriate and engaging activities, social groups, etc. with the individuals within the program, virtually and in the community.
  • Knowledge of the community and its resources.
  • Physical Demands

    The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions .

    While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to walk and sit. The employee may occasionally lift or move products and supplies, up to 30 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus .

    Work Environment

    The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet to moderate. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to outside weather conditions.

    What We Offer - for Benefit Eligible Employees May Include :

    Because ServiceSource hires the best people, we work hard to provide benefits that make their lives better, so we offer a comprehensive benefit program which features :

    Health coverage for you and your family through Medical, Dental, and Vision plans.

    Financial protection with 100% company paid Disability, Life, Accidental Death & Dismemberment insurance.

    A 403(b)-Retirement plan in which the company matches dollar for dollar on a generous percentage matching up to 3% of your contribution.

    Tax advantages through Flexible Spending and Health Savings accounts that allow you to pay for specific healthcare and dependent care expenses with pre-tax dollars.

    To help you manage your work and life needs, we offer an Employee Assistance Program, Wellness Program, and Tuition Assistance.

    A generous paid time-off program in which the benefits increase based on your tenure with the company.

    We are an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, making employment decisions without regard to a person's race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity and transgender status), national origin, age (40 or older), veteran status, disability, or any other protected class. We are an E-Verify Employer and a drug-free workplace. Pre-employment background checks are required for all employment positions.

    PAY TRANSPARENCY POLICY STATEMENT :

    The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information

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