Direct Support Professional – Evening Joy Giver

Community Living Alternatives; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401K Match

Flexible Benefits Plan

Weekend differential pay

Paid parental leave

Job summary

Community Living Alternatives (CLA) in Northern Virginia seeks a Direct Support Professional/Joy Giver to provide residential supports in group homes and community settings. You will help individuals stay safe, build daily living skills, and find joy in meaningful activities.

This role emphasizes dignity, respect, and collaboration with families and professionals. Competitive benefits and weekend differential pay are offered, with opportunities for growth and varied shifts.

Qualifications

• Ability to bring joy to adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
• Ability to assess activities and spaces for physical and emotional risks.
• Ability to communicate about joyful activities both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to support adults in finding, engaging, and advocating for joy.

Skills

Joy to others

Risk assessment

Verbal/written comms

Support autonomy

Team player

Job description

Community Living Alternatives (CLA) in Northern Virginia seeks a Direct Support Professional/Joy Giver to provide residential supports in group homes and community settings. You will help individuals stay safe, build daily living skills, and find joy in meaningful activities.

This role emphasizes dignity, respect, and collaboration with families and professionals. Competitive benefits and weekend differential pay are offered, with opportunities for growth and varied shifts.