Day Support Specialist: Empower Independence & Community

MW_CSD; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 23,419 - 30,307; Full time

Job summary

MW_CSD seeks a Day Support Specialist to provide direct support to individuals with disabilities, promoting independence and community engagement. You will facilitate activities, document progress, and ensure safety while collaborating with the Day Support Program team.

The role requires at least a high school diploma or GED and 1 year of related experience, with proficiency in MS Office and strong interpersonal skills. Schedule is Monday–Friday, 7:30am–4:30pm, in Arlington, VA.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; vocational or technical training in a related field preferred.
• Minimum of one (1) year of experience working with individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities or in a related human services environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct support, supervision, and assistance to individuals with disabilities in a day support setting.
• Implement educational training, activities, and lessons focusing on life skills, recreation, career exploration, and vocational preparedness.
• Attend and facilitate community integration activities that promote learning, independence, and social engagement.
• Collaborate with the Day Support Program team to cultivate community partnerships and develop meaningful community-based opportunities.
• Maintain compliance with county, state, and federal regulations governing human services providers, including supervision ratios, documentation, and safety standards.
• Promote a safe, ethical, inclusive, and professional environment for participants and staff.
• Assist with special projects, including documentation reviews and audits.
• Complete timely and accurate daily documentation, progress notes, and program records.
• Transport participants to and from community integration activities and program-related events as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Customer service

Written and verbal communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Vocational or technical training in related field

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

MW_CSD seeks a Day Support Specialist to provide direct support to individuals with disabilities, promoting independence and community engagement. You will facilitate activities, document progress, and ensure safety while collaborating with the Day Support Program team.

The role requires at least a high school diploma or GED and 1 year of related experience, with proficiency in MS Office and strong interpersonal skills. Schedule is Monday–Friday, 7:30am–4:30pm, in Arlington, VA.