Direct Support Professional (DSP)

Renew Life LLC; Newport News (VA); On-site; USD 19,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid training

Real‑world healthcare experience

Professional development and certifi c

A supportive team environment

The opportunity to build a career in h

Job summary

RenewLife LLC is seeking compassionate, dependable Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) to assist adults with disabilities and help them maintain independence and quality of life. This role offers meaningful daily impact and the chance to work closely with a supportive team.

You will support daily living activities, accompany clients to appointments, and follow each Individual Support Plan with care and attention, while documenting progress.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• 1 year experience in CNA, DSP, Caregiver, or PCA preferred.
• Ability to pass required background clearances (Criminal, OIG, CPS/APS, FBI fingerprinting).
• Ability to lift/assist up to 50 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Assist individuals with daily living activities (bathing, dressing, grooming, meals, mobility).
• Support community involvement, errands, appointments, and life skills development.
• Follow each Individual Support Plan (ISP) with care and attention.
• Monitor health, safety, and behavior and report concerns appropriately.
• Complete daily documentation accurately.
• Maintain professionalism, confidentiality, and healthy boundaries.
• Participate in required trainings and ongoing skill development.

Skills

Strong communicator

Observant and safety-minded

Reliable and dependable

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

RenewLife LLC is seeking compassionate, dependable, and service-hearted individuals to join our team as Direct Support Professionals (DSPs). This role is ideal for individuals who feel called to support adults with disabilities and want to make a real difference in someone’s daily life.

If you’re looking for purpose, connection, and hands‑on impact, this may be the right fit for you.

As a DSP, you will:

• Assist individuals with daily living activities (bathing, dressing, grooming, meals, mobility)
• Support community involvement, errands, appointments, and life skills development
• Follow each Individual Support Plan (ISP) with care and attention
• Monitor health, safety, and behavior and report concerns appropriately
• Complete daily documentation accurately
• Maintain professionalism, confidentiality, and healthy boundaries
• Participate in required trainings and ongoing skill development

You are not just assisting, you are helping someone maintain independence, confidence, and quality of life.

Minimum Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or GED
• Must be 18 years or older
• 1 Year experience (CNA, DSP, Caregiver, PCA)
• Ability to pass required background clearances (Criminal, OIG, CPS/APS, FBI fingerprinting)
• Ability to lift/assist up to 50 lbs.

Required Training (Provided):

• CPR / First Aid
• HIPAA & Confidentiality
• Human Rights & Mandated Reporting
• Infection Control / OSHA
• Emergency Preparedness
• ISP & Person-Centered Support
• Behavioral Intervention / CPI (as required)

Who Thrives in This Role?

• Patient and calm under pressure
• Strong communicator
• Observant and safety-minded
• Compassionate with healthy boundaries
• Reliable and dependable

This position is well‑suited for:

• Individuals entering healthcare or human services
• Students gaining hands‑on experience
• Career changers seeking meaningful work
• Retirees or second‑career professionals who want to give back
• Full‑time, Part‑time, Various Shifts available

Compensation & Benefits

$14.00–$15.00 per hour

• Paid training
• Real‑world healthcare experience
• Professional development and certifications
• A supportive team environment
• The opportunity to build a career in human services

For the right person, the reward is not just in the paycheck; it’s in the impact.

RenewLife LLC is an equal opportunity employer.