Community Support Specialist - Empower Lives

Sunrise Community of Virginia, Inc.; Greenbriar (VA); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Retirement plan

Health insurance

Vision insurance

Dental insurance

Employee assistance program

More benefits

Job summary

Sunrise Community of Virginia, Inc. seeks a Direct Support professional to assist individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, helping them live valued lives in the community.

You will provide supervision, reporting, and personalized support per individual plans. The role requires completing a pre-employment background and drug screening, a valid driver’s license with endorsements, basic computer skills, and at least one year in human services.

Qualifications

• Must pass pre-employment background and drug screenings.
• Valid driver's license with required endorsements and at least 3 years driving experience.
• Basic computer skills required.
• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum one year of experience in the human service field, depending on location.

Responsibilities

• Identifies and reports suspected abuse or rights violations.
• Provides support and supervision to meet individuals' goals.
• Documents training and behavior support plans per regulatory requirements.
• Protects health, safety and well-being of individuals at all times.
• Promotes independence and choice in a positive environment.
• Follows positioning schedules and uses equipment as per plan.
• Assists with diet, texture and equipment needs.
• Maintains homes, outdoor areas and vehicles; ensures organization.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Background check & drug screen

Valid driver's license with Endorse

Basic computer skills

High School Diploma

Human services experience

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Sunrise Community of Virginia, Inc. seeks a Direct Support professional to assist individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, helping them live valued lives in the community.

You will provide supervision, reporting, and personalized support per individual plans. The role requires completing a pre-employment background and drug screening, a valid driver’s license with endorsements, basic computer skills, and at least one year in human services.