Direct Support Professional: Empower Daily Living

Volunteers of America Chesapeake and Carolinas; Woodbridge (VA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Volunteers of America Chesapeake and Carolinas seeks Direct Support Professionals to assist people in programs and homes. DSPs teach independent living skills and support daily living activities, ensuring safety and well-being per the Scope of Work and VOAC policies.

Duties include assisting with meals, grooming, community outings, transportation, documentation, and participation in meetings; trained in crisis prevention and emergency response; fosters community integration.

Responsibilities

• Provides support to meet needs identified by the IDT.
• Instructs and assists with household tasks and meal prep.
• Develop daily living skills and independence.
• Engages in community outings and transportation for appointments.
• Maintains documentation in records and logs per policy.

Job description

Volunteers of America Chesapeake and Carolinas seeks Direct Support Professionals to assist people in programs and homes. DSPs teach independent living skills and support daily living activities, ensuring safety and well-being per the Scope of Work and VOAC policies.

Duties include assisting with meals, grooming, community outings, transportation, documentation, and participation in meetings; trained in crisis prevention and emergency response; fosters community integration.