Direct Care Professional (DSP) – Full-Time

Hampton-Newport News Community Services Board; Hampton (VA); On-site; USD 38,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

11 paid holidays

Virginia Retirement System (VRS)

Paid annual and sick leave

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Wellness incentives

Additional employee benefits

Job summary

Hampton-Newport News Community Services Board (H-NNCSB) is hiring Full-Time Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) to join residential and community-based teams. The role supports adults with IDD, SMI, and SUD by promoting independence, dignity, and community engagement.

Minimum qualifications include at least one year of direct care experience. The compensation includes annual salary of $37,799–$40,091 and a $2.50/hour shift differential for evenings, overnights, and weekends.

Qualifications

• One year of direct care experience working with adults with IDD, SMI, or related settings.

Responsibilities

• Assist individuals with activities of daily living (ADLs) and routines.
• Provide medication-related assistance as per service plans and assist with transfers.
• Encourage independence and participation in community activities.
• Maintain accurate documentation and collaborate with team for quality, person-centered care.

Skills

Direct care experience

Job description

Full-Time Direct Support Professional (DSP)

Annual Salary: $37,799-$40,091

Shift Differential: $2.50 per hour for evening, overnight, and weekend shifts.

Available Shifts: Mornings, Evenings, and Overnights

Make a Difference Every Day - Build a Rewarding Career in Direct Care!

Are you looking for a rewarding full-time career in direct care? Hampton-Newport News Community Services Board (H-NNCSB) is hiring Full-Time Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) to join our residential and community-based support teams.

Help adults with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (IDD), serious mental illness (SMI), and substance use disorders (SUD) build independence, maintain dignity, and thrive in their communities. Put your direct care or residential support experience to work in a meaningful career where your compassion, dedication, and skills can make a lasting impact.

Minimum Qualifications

• One year of direct care experience working with adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) or mental illness, including serious mental illness (SMI), or experience working in an Intermediate Care Facility (ICF).

Your Responsibilities May Include:

• Assist individuals with activities of daily living (ADLs), personal care, meal preparation, household tasks, and daily routines while maintaining a safe and supportive environment.
• Provide medication-related assistance according to service plans and offer total-care support when needed, including the use of a Hoyer lift for safe transfers.
• Encourage independence, personal choice, life skills development, and participation in recreational activities and community outings.
• Monitor individuals' well-being, communicate concerns, maintain accurate documentation, and collaborate with team members to provide quality, person-centered care.

Benefits

Full-time employees receive:

• 11 paid holidays
• Virginia Retirement System (VRS)
• Paid annual and sick leave
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Wellness incentives
• Additional employee benefits

The selected candidate must successfully pass a criminal history fingerprint background investigation, DMV record check, Child Registry search, drug screening test and employment reference checks.