Direct Support Professional

kmahealthva; Fairfax (VA); On-site; USD 33,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

KMA Health Services is a provider of in-home support, community coaching and respite care for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities in Virginia. The role involves assisting with daily living, ensuring safety, transporting to activities, and supporting personal care.

A background check, FBICentral Registry check, and work authorization are required; candidates should have CPR & First Aid, a valid driver’s license, and a reliable car.

Qualifications

• Requirements include a reliable car and a valid driver’s license.
• Current work authorization and auto insurance are required.
• CPR & First Aid certification, a current physical, and a negative TB test are required.

Responsibilities

• Assist with activities of daily living and monitor safety.
• Transport individuals to activities and assist with basic hygiene.

Skills

Reliable car

Driver's license

Work authorization

Auto insurance

CPR & First Aid

Physical exam

TB test negative

Social Security Card

Resume

Job description

KMA Health Services is a service provider for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Our mission is to foster independence through compassionate support, helping individuals to achieve their goals and enhance their quality of life. We provide in-home support services, community coaching, and respite care. As an employee of KMA Health Services (KMAHS) you will be a part of a team of skilled and dedicated professionals who value integrity, respect, and teamwork.

This position requires the ability to assist individuals with teaching skills and offering aid to accomplish their personally set goals for independent living. Duties and responsibilities include:

• Assisting with activities of daily living
• Monitoring for safety
• Transporting to activities
• Assisting with basic hygiene
• Behavior management (training is provided)
• Submit daily progress notes
• Maintain a healthy and safe environment for the individual and the employee

Perform simple nursing care, first-aid, behavior management, personal and hygiene.

Requirements:

• A reliable car
• A current driver's license
• A current work authorization
• Current auto insurance
• Current CPR & First Aid
• Current physical exam
• Current tuberculosis test with negative result
• Social Security Card
• Resume

If hired, a background check (FBI) and a Central Registry check will be required.

If you meet ALL of these criteria and feel you are a motivated and caring person,

apply online or call Beth at 703-408-9873