Caregiver/DSP

A & T Health Care Inc; Purcellville (VA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid holidays

401(k) matching

Flexible Schedule

Friendly office staff

Job summary

A & T Health Care Inc in Purcellville, Virginia, is seeking a Direct Support Professional to assist individuals with developmental and/or intellectual disabilities in their daily living activities. Responsibilities include providing support with hygiene, meal preparation, and maintaining a comfortable living environment.

The ideal candidate will have a compassionate demeanor, relevant certifications, and one year of experience in caregiving. This position requires full-time, in-person attendance.

Qualifications

• One year of full-time or equivalent part-time paid or volunteer experience in caregiving for individuals with disabilities.
• Ability to implement policies and procedures of A & T Health Care, Inc.
• Ability to communicate effectively in writing and orally.

Responsibilities

• Assist individuals with daily living activities.
• Submit NOTE REPORTS via Therap.com at the end of each shift.
• Maintain a healthy and comfortable living environment.

Skills

Compassionate and caring demeanor

Ability to build rapport with individuals

Knowledge of developmental disabilities

Knowledge of first aid

Ability to observe and report behavior

Education

High school diploma

TOVA certification

First Aid certification

CPR certification

Job description

Benefits

• Paid holidays
• 401(k) matching
• 401(k)
• Flexible Schedule
• Friendly office staff

Direct Support Professional assists individuals who have developmental and/or intellectual disabilities with daily living activities at home or in the community. Their duties may include helping individuals with hygiene, making beds, doing laundry, preparing and providing meals. DSPs will provide supports and assist with the daily care of individuals, providing skill building supports and transportation as necessary.

Work Attendance: 100% In person.

Shift Schedule

Purcellville Job first shift: Monday-Thursday 8am-6pm

Friday-Sunday second shift: 8am-6pm

Responsibilities

• Assist individuals with daily living activities
• Submit NOTE REPORTS via Therap.com at the end of each shift
• Communicate ongoing care results and updates to relevant parties
• Collaborate with clients and families for best care opportunities
• Maintain a healthy and comfortable living environment

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a DSP or working with individuals with developmental and intellectual disabilities
• Compassionate and caring demeanor
• Ability to build rapport with the individual who is receiving support
• One year of full‑time or equivalent part‑time paid or volunteer experience in caregiving, training, habilitation, and support of children or adults with developmental or intellectual disability

Certification / License

• TOVA
• First Aid
• CPR
• Valid Driver’s License with good driving record
• High school diploma

Knowledge and Abilities

• Knowledge of some of the characteristics and concepts of developmental and intellectual disability, mental health, health disorders and related physical conditions and treatment approaches for children
• Knowledge of simple care, first aid, behavior management, personal and environmental hygiene
• Ability to implement and follow the policies and procedures of A & T Health Care, Inc.
• Ability to provide basic care, personal care, and hygiene
• Ability to teach clients eating, bathing, dressing, grooming, and other self‑care skills
• Ability to participate with professional staff in the design and implementation of training and programmatic activities
• Ability to observe the rights and personal dignity of others
• Ability to observe, record, and report individual's behavior, attitude, and physical condition
• Ability to perform simple math and communicate effectively, both orally and in writing
• Ability to maintain effective working relationships with individuals, their family, and office staff
• Experience: One year of full‑time or equivalent part‑time paid or volunteer experience in the care, training, habilitation, and support of children or adults with a primary or secondary diagnosis of developmental/intellectual disability and/or mental health