Direct Support Professional-Adult Services

Grafton School, Incorporated; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision

401(k) with employer match

Paid Time Off

Education Assistance

Life Insurance

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Short-term disability (STD)

Long-term disability (LTD)

Student loan forgiveness

Job summary

Grafton Integrated Health Network is seeking a Direct Support Professional for Adult Services. You will support clients with daily living activities, follow treatment plans, and document progress while maintaining a safe, respectful environment.

Join a team dedicated to compassionate care, clinical excellence, and ongoing employee training. The role requires afternoon, evening, and weekend availability and offers an hourly wage of $16.00–$20.00 based on experience.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• High school diploma or GED required.
• Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record.
• Moderate computer skills including logging in, web navigation, and basic MS Office tasks.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct care and implement plans for clients as prescribed by physicians and treatment teams.
• Ensure supervision, safety and crisis management for clients.
• Document client behavior and participation in programming in a timely manner.
• Follow and understand Treatment Plans, IEPs, and ISPs for assigned clients.

Skills

Age requirement

High school diploma

Driver's license

Computer skills

Education

GED or better

High School or better

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Direct Support Professional-Adult Services

Job Category: Direct Support Professional

Requisition Number: DIREC003656

• Posted : October 27, 2026
• Full-Time
• Hourly Range : $16 USD to $20 USD

Locations

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Description

Direct Support Professional - Adult Services

Community Living Coach

Support, Strength, and Compassion in Every Interaction

At Grafton Integrated Health Network, we’re guided by a shared purpose: helping individuals overcome barriers to live meaningful, fulfilling lives. As a Lead Mental Health Technician, your meaningful impact comes through hands-on support, encouragement, and the daily care that fosters growth and stability. You’ll thrive within a culture of teamwork and collaboration, surrounded by professionals who value your compassion and commitment. And because we care for you so you can care for others, we provide ongoing training, mentorship, and support to help you succeed.

Join us - and experience the deep fulfillment of knowing your work truly makes a difference! Be part of a team that leads with heart and grit, the Grafton way—where compassion and clinical excellence come together to change lives.

TheDirect Support Professional-Adultprogram,participatesin the direct care and plan implementation for clients,as prescribed byphysician and treatment teams. They provide supervision,safetyand crisis management for the client population; complete documentation of client behavior and participation in programming; adhere to the scheduled activities; role model positive, mature behavior;utilizeproactive behavioral strategies to minimize client crisis and maximize success.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Ensures the health,safetyandwellness of Clients
• Supports client health and hygieneandutilizesinfection control procedures.
• Reports serious incidents,participatesinreviewsand implements follow-up measures, as applicable.
• Follows and administers the individual plan for clients to include understanding ofSNAP (strengths, needs,abilitiesand preferences), goals/objectives/outcomes and treatment strategies from the current Plans (Treatment Plan, IEP, ISP) of assigned clients.
• Collaborates with the Treatment Team to provide continuity of support and care, by communicating and contributing to team discussions and decisions
• Promotes clients’ achievement of behavioral goals by implementingthe behaviorstrategies and teaching alternative behaviors, asindicatedin the Treatment Plan/IEP/ISP.
• Actively instructs assigned clients so they can achieve education/residential goals andobjectivesor ID Waiver outcomes.
• Collects and documents behavioral and instructional data, accurately and reliably.Documents servicesdeliveredaccurately andin a timely manner.
• Maintainsa high levelof engagement with and monitoring of clients. Implements planned activities throughout theworkday.
• Provides asupportive andsolution-Focused Environmentthrough building trust, respect, and good relationships with clients
• Manages behavioral crisis safely.
• Oversees site management to include housekeeping, nutrition, andtransportation.
• Assistswith purchases and is accountable for program and client money, as applicable

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• 18 years of age
• High school diploma or GED
• Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record.
• Demonstrates moderate computer skills - how to log-in, how to navigate the web for information, how to start and save document in Microsoft, and has basic keyboarding skills.

COMPENSATION

• $16.00-$20.00 based on experience

AVAILABLE SCHEDULES

• Requires afternoon, evening and weekend availability

EMPLOYEE BENEFITS

Medical, dental and vision

• Flexible Spending & Health Savings Accounts
• 401(k), including an employer match
• Generous Paid Time Off plan
• Education Assistance
• Life Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Short-term disability (STD)
• Long-term disability (LTD)
• As Grafton is a 501(c)(3) non-profit, you may be eligible for federal student loan forgiveness

If you require a reasonable accommodation or need assistance with the application or interview process please contact us at [e-mail]

Grafton is an equal employment opportunity employer and tobacco-free workplace.

Qualifications

Education

Required

GED or better in General Studies.

High School or better in General Studies.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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