Direct Support Professional DSP

UNITY CARES GROUP HOME LLC; Petersburg (VA); On-site; USD 17,909,000 - 24,797,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible schedule

Opportunity for advancement

Training & development

Job summary

Responsibilities include direct care, ADLs, community activities, ISP implementation, medication administration per physician orders, accurate documentation, and effective communication with supervisors, teams, and families. Flexible schedule and opportunities for advancement are offered.

Qualifications

• Compassionate and reliable Direct Support Professional (DSP)
• Ability to promote independence and dignity for individuals with IDD
• Strong communication with supervisors, team members, and families

Responsibilities

• Provide direct care and supervision in a group home and/or 1:1 setting
• Assist with activities of daily living (ADLs) including hygiene, dressing, and meal prep
• Support community outings, appointments, and recreational activities
• Implement Individual Support Plans (ISP) and behavior strategies; provide 1:1 supervision when needed
• Administer or assist with medications per physician orders and agency policy
• Document daily notes, incident reports, and progress notes
• Maintain a safe, clean, and supportive home environment
• Communicate effectively with supervisors and families
• Respond to behavioral challenges using approved techniques

Job description

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule
• Opportunity for advancement
• Training & development

Job Summary

We are seeking compassionate and reliable Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) to support individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities in a residential group home setting. DSPs play a critical role in promoting independence, dignity, and quality of life while ensuring health and safety.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide direct care and supervision to individuals in a group home and/or 1:1 setting
• Assist with activities of daily living (ADLs), including personal hygiene, dressing, and meal preparation
• Support individuals with community outings, appointments, and recreational activities
• Implement Individual Support Plans (ISP) and behavior support strategiesProvide 1:1 supervision and redirection when required to ensure safety and emotional regulation
• Administer or assist with medications per physician orders and agency policy
• Accurately document daily notes, incident reports, and progress notes
• Maintain a safe, clean, and supportive home environment
• Communicate effectively with supervisors, team members, and families
• Respond appropriately to behavioral challenges using approved techniques

Physical & Job Requirements

• Ability to stand, walk, and assist individuals as needed
• Ability to remain alert during shifts, including overnight shifts if applicable
• Ability to manage behaviors calmly and professionally