Community Living Support Specialist

Volunteers of America Chesapeake & Carolinas; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 20,664,000 - 30,307,200; Full time

Job summary

Volunteers of America Chesapeake & Carolinas seeks a Direct Support Professional to assist individuals with intellectual or developmental disabilities in a residential setting. Under supervision, you will provide direct care and support to help clients learn daily living skills and participate in community life.

You will collaborate with families, planning teams, and professionals, implementing individualized plans and maintaining accurate documentation.

Qualifications

• Min of a high school diploma or GED.
• 1 year of experience in intellectual/developmental disabilities field.
• Medication administration certification preferred or required by end of introductory period.
• Background checks and drug testing required.

Responsibilities

• Provides direct care and support to people with Intellectual or Developmental Disabilities.
• Assists with daily living activities and household tasks as outlined in the plan.
• Monitors safety and wellbeing, documents activities in records, and communicates with the planning team.
• Supports medication administration as prescribed and CPR/First Aid when needed.
• Participates in training and team meetings to ensure program compliance.

Skills

Written and verbal communication

Problem solving

Computer skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

CMS/Documentation software

Job description

Volunteers of America Chesapeake & Carolinas seeks a Direct Support Professional to assist individuals with intellectual or developmental disabilities in a residential setting. Under supervision, you will provide direct care and support to help clients learn daily living skills and participate in community life.

You will collaborate with families, planning teams, and professionals, implementing individualized plans and maintaining accurate documentation.