Direct Support Professional (DSP I)-DD Day Services

Colonial Behavioral Health; Williamsburg (VA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Virginia Retirement System

Health, Dental, Vision, & Life Ins.

Health Savings Account/FSA

Public Student Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)

Job summary

Colonial Behavioral Health in Williamsburg, VA is seeking a Direct Support Professional (DSP I) to join our Day Services team. You will provide compassionate, person-centered support to individuals with developmental disabilities, helping them build life skills and participate in the community.

Hours: Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m. Full-time benefits include the Virginia Retirement System, health/dental/vision insurance, and life coverage.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Valid driver''s license required.
• Experience with individuals with developmental disabilities preferred.
• Ability to perform physical requirements (bend, stoop, lift, push, pull, walk).
• Confidentiality and professionalism required.
• Ability to work in a day services setting.

Responsibilities

• Provide compassionate, person-centered support with daily living activities.
• Encourage participation in daily activities, community experiences, and opportunities that promote independence and personal growth.
• Monitor individuals’ health and well-being and assist with health care-related needs as appropriate.
• Accompany and support individuals during scheduled medical and community appointments.
• Accurately document services provided, activities, and relevant observations.
• Perform other duties as assigned to support the needs and goals of the individuals served.

Skills

Compassionate

Confidentiality

Physical endurance

Developmental disabilities exp

Driver's license

High school diploma

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

At Colonial Behavioral Health, we believe everyone deserves the opportunity to live a meaningful, fulfilling, and independent life. We support individuals and their families on their journeys toward recovery and greater independence in the areas of mental health, substance use, and developmental disabilities.

We are currently seeking a Direct Support Professional (DSP I) to join our Day Services team.

As a DSP, you’ll have the opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of individuals with developmental disabilities by providing support, encouragement, and guidance as they work toward greater independence. You’ll help individuals build life skills, participate in their communities, pursue their goals, and experience the everyday successes that make life rewarding.

If you are compassionate, dependable, and motivated by helping others achieve their goals, we’d love to have you join our team.

Colonial Behavioral Health proudly serves individuals and families throughout James City County, the City of Poquoson, the City of Williamsburg, and York County.

Job Responsibilities

• Provide compassionate, person-centered support with daily living activities.
• Encourage participation in daily activities, community experiences, and opportunities that promote independence and personal growth.
• Monitor individuals’ health and well-being and assist with health care-related needs as appropriate.
• Accompany and support individuals during scheduled medical and community appointments.
• Accurately document services provided, activities, and relevant observations.
• Perform other duties as assigned to support the needs and goals of the individuals served.

Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m. (Hours may vary based on program and individual needs.)

We are currently recruiting for a full-time position within our Day Support Program, providing meaningful support and opportunities for individuals to build skills, pursue their goals, and participate in their communities.

Skills and Qualifications

• Must have the ability to work effectively in a day services setting while supporting individuals in a safe, engaging, and person-centered environment.
• Must maintain ahigh level of confidentialityand professionalism.
• Must be able to perform the physical requirements of the position, includingbending, stooping, lifting, pushing, pulling, reaching, and walking for extended periods.
• Previous experience working withindividuals with developmental disabilities is preferred.
• Avalid driver’s license is required.
• High school diploma or equivalent is required.

DMV record must be submitted with application.

Our compensation package includes:

• Competitive compensation
• Virginia Retirement System
• Health, Dental, Vision, & Life Insurance
• Health Savings Account/Flexible Spending Accounts
• Public Student Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) employer

Colonial Behavioral Health is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.