Direct Support Professional

A Hiring Company; Woodbridge (VA); On-site; USD 19,320 - 27,517; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Insurance Benefits

Generous Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

Employee Assistance Program

403b Retirement Plan

Paid Trainings

Job summary

A nonprofit organization in Woodbridge, VA is seeking a Direct Support Professional to provide support to individuals with developmental disabilities. This full-time position offers an hourly rate starting at $17, with responsibilities including assisting individuals to achieve their goals and providing transportation. Candidates should have relevant experience, a high school diploma or GED, and a valid driver's license. The role involves working in group homes and community settings and offers competitive insurance benefits and paid time off.

Qualifications

• Experience in education, caregiving, health care, or customer service is a plus.
• Ability to pass criminal background check and required trainings.
• Minimum three-year acceptable driving record and reliable transportation.

Responsibilities

• Support individuals living with developmental disabilities to achieve their goals.
• Transport individuals using agency-provided van.
• Work in residential group homes and day programs.

Skills

Experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities

Positive attitude

Flexibility

Valid driver's license

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Are you looking for a fulfilling career? If so, being a Direct Support Professional (DSP) may be the position for you! As a DSP you will use your caregiving and people skills to support individuals living with developmental disabilities to achieve their goals. You can get paid to take someone to the park while making a difference in their life! Apply now and take the first step toward a fulfilling career: https://arcgpw.org/careers/ Hourly rate starting at $17.00 per hour, Full-Time Schedule 40 hours/week: Sunday-Thursday 7am-3pm supporting individuals in our Supported Living Program throughout Woodbridge, VA 22193.

Why The Arc of Greater Prince William/INSIGHT, Inc?

• Competitive Insurance Benefits for Full-Time Employees (Medical, Dental, Vision, Life)
• Generous Paid Time Off for Full-Time Employees
• Paid Holidays—Including a Birthday Holiday
• Employee Assistance Program Including Free Legal Resources
• 403b Retirement Plan with Employer Contribution
• Incredible Career Growth Opportunities
• Paid Trainings
• Making a Difference in the Lives of Others Each Day!

We want to hear from you if you have:

• Experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities and/or mental health challenges, or transferrable skills that relate to serving this population (such as experience in education, caregiving, health care, other human services or customer service)
• Ability to pass criminal background check
• Ability to pass required trainings
• A Valid driver’s license, minimum three-year acceptable driving record and reliable transportation
• A High school diploma or GED
• Flexibility, positive attitude

Working Conditions

• Work in residential group homes, day programs, and in the community
• Transport individuals using agency provided van
• Ability to lift 50 pounds

Compensation details: 17-17 Yearly Salary