Direct Support Professional

United and Empowered; Hampton (VA); On-site; USD 20,664 - 22,041; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full benefit package

Paid vacation

Paid sick leave

Job summary

United and Empowered in Hampton, Virginia is looking for dedicated caregivers to assist individuals with intellectual disabilities in residential and community settings. Responsibilities include providing physical care and guidance, ensuring daily needs are met, and helping individuals develop habits and skills for greater independence.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED, and at least two years of experience in a similar environment. Valid Driver's License is also necessary. Join us to make a difference in our community!

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 2 years of documented experience with intellectual disabilities in various settings.
• Valid Driver's License needed.

Responsibilities

• Assist with physical care and supervision of intellectually disabled individuals.
• Help individuals develop acceptable habits and attitudes.
• Ensure daily needs and health safety are met.
• Complete data collection as per care plans.
• Respond to unpredictable behavior and circumstances.

Education

High school diploma or GED

2 years experience with intellectual disabilities

Job description

NEW HIRE SIGN ON BONUS

$250 AFTER 90 DAYS
$250 AFTER 6 MONTHS

FULL BENEFIT PACKAGE

• Paid Vacation that accrues immediately
• Paid Sick leave
• Bereavement leave
• Health, Vision, and Dental Insurance
• Company Matched 401-k
• 9 Paid Holidays & Skeleton Days
• Annual Tenure Bonuses
• Referral Bonuses

AVAILABLE PROGRAM POSITIONS

RESIDENTIAL, Day Support & Community Engagement: $15.00 - $16.00/Hour (Depending on shift and experience)

AVAILABLE SHIFTS

• 8am - 5pm Mon-Fri & Every other weekend
• 3pm - 9 pm Mon-Fri & Every other weekend
• 7am - 7pm / 7pm - 7am Mon-Fri & Every other weekend
• 8am - 8pm / 8pm - 8am Mon-Fri & Every other weekend

TYPICAL DAY

• Responsible for assisting with the physical care, guidance, and supervision of Intellectually Disabled individuals in the Day support, Residential setting, and Community.
• Performs activities and duties to help individuals develop acceptable habits and attitudes;
• Helps the individuals meet the outcomes of any service or behavioral plan;
• Insures daily needs and health and safety of the individual are met;
• Assist individuals with daily hygiene and personal living skills;
• Complete data collection in accord with person centered plan;
• Responds quickly and appropriately to unpredictable behavior and circumstances.
• Other duties as required.
• If you are a caregiver, this is the position for you.
• Our Community Engagement program gives individuals the opportunity to participate in community activities like training, volunteering, and other activities to build their independence and social skills

REQUIREMENTS

• Have a high school diploma, or GED, or 2 years of documented experience working with a family member, a friend, or other persons with intellectual disabilities in a nursing home, facility, group home or in home setting.
• This position requires the successful completion of criminal history and central registry background investigations
• Valid Driver's License