Direct Support Professional-Children's Services

Grafton Integrated Health Network; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 25,003 - 30,307; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision

Flexible Spending & Health Savings Accounts

401(k), including an employer match

Generous Paid Time Off

Education Assistance

Life Insurance

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Short‑term disability (STD)

Long‑term disability (LTD)

Job summary

Grafton Integrated Health Network in Richmond, Virginia, is hiring a Direct Support Professional for their Children's Services. In this role, you'll support children's development and safety, managing daily activities and behavioral strategies. The position requires a valid driver's license, a high school diploma or higher, and availability for afternoons and weekends.

Benefits include medical, dental, 401(k) matching, and potential student loan forgiveness, reflecting the organization's non-profit status.

Qualifications

• Must be 19 years of age.
• Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record.
• Demonstrates moderate computer skills.

Responsibilities

• Ensures the health, safety and wellness of clients.
• Supports client health and hygiene.
• Collaborates with the Treatment Team.

Skills

Direct care experience

Behavioral strategies

Crisis management

Communication

Basic computer skills

Education

High School Diploma

Associate's degree in Human Service field

Bachelor’s degree in Human Service field

Job description

Direct Support Professional – Children's Services (Residential Instructor)

The Residential Instructor (RI) in our Children & Adolescence program participates in direct care and plan implementation for clients, as prescribed by physician and treatment teams. The RI provides supervision, safety and crisis management for the client population; completes documentation of client behavior and participation in programming; adheres to scheduled activities; serves as a role model for positive and mature behavior; utilizes proactive behavioral strategies to minimize client crisis and maximize success.

Essential Job Functions

• Ensures the health, safety and wellness of clients
• Supports client health and hygiene and utilizes infection control procedures
• Reports serious incidents, participates in reviews and implements follow‑up measures
• Follows and administers the individual plan for clients to include understanding of SNAP (strengths, needs, abilities and 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 implementing behavior strategies and teaching alternative behaviors, as indicated in the Treatment Plan/IEP/ISP
• Actively instructs assigned clients so they can achieve education/residential goals and objectives or ID Waiver outcomes
• Collects and documents behavioral and instructional data accurately and reliably and documents services delivered timely
• Maintains a high level of engagement with and monitoring of clients and implements planned activities throughout the work day
• Provides a supportive and solution‑focused environment through building trust, respect, and good relationships with clients
• Manages behavioral crisis safely
• Oversees site management to include housekeeping, nutrition, and transportation
• Assists with purchases and is accountable for program and client money, as applicable

Minimum Qualifications

• Must be 19 years of age
• Education Requirements:
  • High School Diploma and six months of direct care experience with children and/or adolescents
  • Associates degree and three months of direct care experience with children and/or adolescents
  • Bachelor’s degree in Human Service field
• Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record
• Demonstrates moderate computer skills: log‑in, navigate web for information, start and save document in Microsoft, and basic keyboarding skills

Compensation

• $18.15–$22.00 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.