Direct Support Professional

Chimes VA Brand; Virginia (IL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical plans

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Paid time off

403(b) retirement plan

Tuition assistance

Tickets at Work

Referral bonuses

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Chimes VA Brand is seeking a Direct Support Professional to empower individuals with intellectual and behavioral challenges to live with dignity and independence in a supportive, team-oriented setting. This on-site role offers $21.53/hour with paid training and ongoing professional development.

You will follow care plans, provide daily living assistance, document progress, administer medications, ensure safety, and encourage community engagement.

Qualifications

• Provide hands-on support with kindness and respect.
• Assist with personal care and daily living activities.
• Follow individualized care plans and document progress.
• Administer medications per policy.

Responsibilities

• Provide hands-on support with kindness and respect.
• Assist with personal care including dressing, toileting, hygiene, feeding, bathing.
• Follow individualized care plans and document progress.
• Administer medications per policy.
• Maintain a safe, clean, and supportive environment.
• Encourage community engagement and participation.

Skills

Compassionate care

Documentation

Medication administration

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Direct Support Professional (DSP) – $21.53/hour

Make a Difference. Build a Career. Change Lives.

JoinChimes, a mission-driven nonprofit where compassion meets purpose. As a Direct Support Professional, you’ll empower individuals with intellectual and behavioral challenges to live with dignity, independence, and confidence—while growing in a supportive, team-focused environment.

Why Chimes

• Paid training and ongoing professional development
• Culture rooted in dignity, respect, and compassion

What You’ll Do

• Provide hands-on support with kindness and respect
• Assist with personal care including: dressing, toileting, hygiene, feeding, bathing and other daily living skills
• Follow individualized care plans and document progress
• Administer medications in accordance with policy
• Maintain a safe, clean, and supportive environment
• Use approved behavior support techniques
• Encourage community engagement and participation
• Some DSP roles will require travel and support from Residential to Day programs

What You Bring

• High school diploma or GED
• Experience in disability services preferred (not required—we train!)
• Ability to lift, push, or pull 50+ lbs.
• Valid U.S. driver’s license - Meet one of the following driving record requirements? At least 3 years of unsuspended driving history with no more than 3 points, or At least 2 years of unsuspended driving history with a clean driving record

Why You’ll Love Working Here

• Medical plans starting at $6.90/month (Day 1 coverage)
• Dental and vision insurance
• Life and disability insurance
• Generous paid time off
• 403(b) retirement plan with employer match
• Paid training and tuition assistance
• Tickets at Work
• Employee referral bonuses and recognition programs
• Clear pathways for growth and advancement

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
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