Direct Support & Life Skills Coach

Volunteers of America Chesapeake & Carolinas; Woodbridge (VA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Volunteers of America Chesapeake & Carolinas is seeking a Direct Support Professional to support individuals with Intellectual or Developmental Disabilities in their home environment. Under supervision, the DSP provides direct care and helps people learn essential daily living skills to live with less supervision and participate in their community.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED and one year of relevant experience, with medication administration training preferred.

Qualifications

• Min of a high school diploma, GED, and/or IEP.
• (1) year of exp. working in the field of intellectual/developmental disabilities.
• Medication Administration Certification is preferred, but will be required by the end of the introductory period.
• Must pass all required trainings and new hire orientation classes.
• Computer Skills are required for documentation.
• Written and verbal communication skills must be clear and professional.
• Problem Solving ability
• Pass relevant local and state background checks and drug testing requirements.
• Bilingual in any language a plus

Responsibilities

• Provides necessary supports as identified by the Person-Centered Planning Team.
• Teaches and performs household tasks, such as cleaning, meals, budgeting, shopping.
• Assists individuals to develop daily living skills per their plan.
• May monitor medication and assist with administration.
• May perform crisis intervention; provide First Aid/CPR when needed.
• Plan, coordinate, and participate in social activities.
• Participates in assessment activities and planning teams.
• Transports people and/or provides mobility training for appointments and events.
• Documents activities in the electronic case management system daily.
• Works cooperatively with the support team.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Experience in ID/DD field

Written and verbal communication

Problem solving

Bilingual (any language)

Education

High school diploma or GED

Medication Administration Certification (preferred)

Job description

Volunteers of America Chesapeake & Carolinas is seeking a Direct Support Professional to support individuals with Intellectual or Developmental Disabilities in their home environment. Under supervision, the DSP provides direct care and helps people learn essential daily living skills to live with less supervision and participate in their community.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED and one year of relevant experience, with medication administration training preferred.