Direct Support Professional

Butterfly Home Care of Manassas; Manassas (VA); On-site; USD 22,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible scheduling

Paid orientation

Paid training

Mileage reimbursement

Referral bonuses

Caregiver appreciation

Job summary

Butterfly Home Care of Manassas is seeking dependable caregivers to support aging adults and individuals with developmental and intellectual disabilities in Manassas, Prince William County, Virginia. You will provide one-on-one support in homes and communities, guided by each person’s goals and care plans.

We offer flexible scheduling, paid orientation and training, mileage reimbursement for approved travel, and referral bonus opportunities.

Qualifications

• Personal Care Aide certification preferred, but not required.
• Experience in caregiving, personal care, direct support, or home care is preferred.
• Experience with seniors or individuals with disabilities is a plus.
• Must have a valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.
• Authorization to work in the United States and ability to pass background checks.

Responsibilities

• Provide companionship, conversation, and emotional support.
• Assist with bathing, grooming, dressing, toileting and personal hygiene.
• Prepare and serve meals based on individual needs and diets.
• Complete light housekeeping and laundry.
• Provide non-medical medication reminders.
• Assist with errands, groceries, appointments, and transportation.
• Support participation in community activities and daily living skills.
• Follow care plans and safety instructions; document services accurately.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Dependability

Patience

Kindness

Professionalism

Respect for individuality

Education

Personal Care Aide certification

Job description

Compassionate Caregivers – Join Our Team at Butterfly Home Care of Manassas

Butterfly Home Care of Manassas is seeking dependable and compassionate caregivers to support aging adults and individuals with developmental and intellectual disabilities throughout Prince William County.

As a locally owned and operated, veteran-owned and woman-operated home care organization, we are committed to providing person-centered, transformational care that promotes dignity, independence, safety, and meaningful community connection.

About The Role

As a Caregiver with Butterfly Home Care of Manassas, you will provide one-on-one support in an individual’s home and community. Your role will be based on each person’s needs, preferences, routines, abilities, and personal goals.

Caregivers may provide companionship, assist with personal care and daily living activities, prepare meals, complete light household tasks, provide medication reminders, and support individuals with errands, appointments, transportation, and community activities.

We are looking for team members who are reliable, patient, respectful, and professional. The ideal caregiver understands that person-centered care is not about doing everything for someone. It is about listening, honoring individual choices, encouraging independence, and providing the right level of support.

Responsibilities

• Providing companionship, conversation, and emotional support
• Assisting with bathing, grooming, dressing, toileting, and personal hygiene
• Preparing and serving meals based on individual preferences and dietary needs
• Completing light housekeeping and laundry
• Providing non-medical medication reminders
• Assisting with grocery shopping, errands, and appointments
• Providing transportation to approved activities and appointments
• Supporting participation in community activities
• Encouraging independence and the development of daily living skills
• Following the individual’s care plan, service plan, and safety instructions
• Documenting services accurately and promptly
• Communicating changes, concerns, or incidents to the supervisory team
• Completing other approved care-related duties based on the individual’s needs

What We Are Looking For

• Personal Care Aide certification preferred, but not required.
• Previous caregiving, personal care, direct support, or home care experience preferred
• Experience supporting seniors or individuals with disabilities is a plus
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation required
• Current automobile insurance may be required for transportation assignments
• Authorization to work in the United States required
• Ability to pass required background checks and employment screenings
• Ability to complete required orientation and training
• Ability to follow written care plans and verbal instructions
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Dependability, patience, kindness, and professionalism
• Respect for individual choice, privacy, dignity, and cultural differences
• Ability to safely perform the physical responsibilities of the position, with or without reasonable accommodation

Why Join Butterfly Home Care of Manassas?

• Expected pay range of $16–$19 per hour, depending on the assignment, qualifications, experience, and level of care
• Flexible scheduling
• Paid orientation
• Paid training
• Mileage reimbursement for approved work-related travel
• Referral bonus opportunities
• Caregiver appreciation and recognition
• Opportunities to work close to home
• One-on-one caregiving assignments
• Supportive and accessible local leadership
• A team culture that values, respects, and listens to caregivers
• Meaningful work that helps individuals remain independent and connected to their communities

Work Location

Care is provided one-on-one in the individual’s home and community. Assignments are located throughout Manassas, Manassas Park, and Prince William County, Virginia.

Schedule

Full-time, part-time, weekday, evening, overnight, and weekend opportunities may be available based on current client needs.

At Butterfly Home Care, care is not just provided in the home—it extends into the community and into the everyday moments that help people live meaningful lives.