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Direct Support Professional DSP DD waiverGuided Care Services, LLC • Chesapeake, VA, US
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Direct Support Professional DSP DD waiver

Direct Support Professional DSP DD waiver

Guided Care Services, LLC • Chesapeake, VA, US
19 days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Job Description

Job Description

Benefits :

  • Dental insurance
  • Health insurance
  • Opportunity for advancement
  • Training & development

NOTE TO APPLICANT : YOU WILL BE REQUIRED TO COMPLETE AN APPLICATION WHICH CAN BE PICKED UP AT OUR OFFICE IN CHESAPEAKE, VA, For Address and Appointment please call 757-592-9375. or Click Here to complete documents required

DSPs for Community Engagement, and / or Day Support

$16.78 / hr FT 32+; $15.91 PT at minimum 3 days a week as of 9 / 18 / 2025

Shifts available : 8 : 30a-4 : 30p Mon- Friday

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)

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 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 : 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 drivers 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 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 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.
  • Possess caring and positive attitude; enjoys working with all people.
  • Ability to meet areas of competencies as a DSP
  • NOTE TO APPLICANT : YOU WILL BE REQUIRED TO COMPLETE AN APPLICATION WHICH CAN BE PICKED UP AT OUR OFFICE IN CHESAPEAKE, VA, For Address and Appointment please call 757-592-9375. or Click Here to complete documents required.

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

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