Direct Support Professional - Community Engagement

Alleghany Highlands Community Services; Clifton Forge (VA); On-site; USD 22,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Alleghany Highlands Community Services is seeking a Community Day Support DSP in Clifton Forge, VA. The role focuses on community-based day activities, engagement, and coaching for individuals with developmental and behavioral health needs.

You will evaluate needs, implement activity schedules, and help participants engage in meaningful community activities while ensuring safety and documentation. A background check and drug screen are required; CPR/First Aid and medication administration

Qualifications

• HS diploma or GED required.
• Certification in CPR, First Aid, and medication administration is required but can be obtained upon hire.
• Valid driver's license required.
• Must be available evenings and/or weekends.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate individuals' needs and goals, plan and implement a schedule of community-based day activities.
• Assist individuals to participate in meaningful activities and ensure health and safety.
• Maintain confidentiality and collaborate with families, caregivers and community stakeholders.

Skills

HS diploma

CPR/First Aid

Medication administration

Driver's license

Evenings/weekends availability

Education

HS diploma or GED

Job description

Alleghany Highlands Community Services provides services and support to individuals in our community with behavioral health challenges and intellectual and developmental disabilities. The Community Day Support DSP has primary responsibility to provide community based day support including group day support, community engagement and community coaching. Facilitate community inclusion for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities and provides direct support to individuals involved in community.

Requirements

• HS diploma or GED (required)
• Similar experience (preferred)
• Certification in CPR, basic First Aid, and medication administration (required but can be obtained upon hire)
• Valid driver's license (required)
• Must be available evenings and/or weekends

Responsibilities

• Evaluate individual's need and goals, develop and implement a schedule of community based day activities, adhere to the person centered plan, and maintain records.
• Implement supports to ensure the individual's health and safety while also assisting individuals in participating in meaningful activities in their community.
• Demonstrate professional standards of conduct and confidentiality, work collaboratively with individuals served, families, caregivers and community stakeholders.

Candidates who are offered a position must undergo a background check, including social services review, and drug screen. Virginia has restrictions on hiring individuals with certain convictions. Here is the list: http://www.dbhds.virginia.gov/assets/doc/hr/biu/attachment-2rev072019.pdf - http://www.dbhds.virginia.gov/assets/doc/hr/biu/attachment-2rev072019.pdf

Salary: $16 per hour