Direct Support Professional: Tuesday & Wednesday 9:00 AM -9:00 PM...

Chimes; Fairfax (VA); On-site; USD 24,469 - 34,850; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical plans starting at $6.90/month

Dental and vision insurance

Life and disability insurance

Generous paid time off

403(b) retirement plan with employer match

Paid training and tuition assistance

Job summary

Chimes is looking for a Direct Support Professional (DSP) in Fairfax, Virginia, to empower individuals with intellectual and behavioral challenges. This role involves providing personal care, administering medications, and supporting independence in a compassionate environment. Candidates should have a high school diploma and a valid U.S. driver’s license. Chimes offers competitive benefits including health insurance starting at $6.90/month, paid training, and a 403(b) retirement plan with employer match.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Experience in disability services preferred but not required.
• Must have the ability to lift, push, or pull at least 50 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Provide hands-on support with kindness and respect.
• Assist with personal care including dressing and hygiene.
• Follow individualized care plans and document progress.
• Administer medications in accordance with policy.
• Maintain a safe and supportive environment.
• Encourage community engagement.

Skills

Hands-on support

Experience in disability services

Ability to lift, push, or pull 50+ lbs.

Valid U.S. driver's license

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Direct Support Professional (DSP) – $21.53/hour

Make a Difference. Build a Career. Change Lives. Join Chimes, a mission‑driven nonprofit where compassion meets purpose. As a Direct Support Professional, you’ll empower individuals with intellectual and behavioral challenges to live with dignity, independence, and confidence—while growing in a supportive, team‑focused environment.

Why Chimes

• Meaningful, purpose-driven work
• Paid training and ongoing professional development
• Culture rooted in dignity, respect, and compassion

What You’ll Do

• Provide hands‑on support with kindness and respect
• Assist with personal care including dressing, toileting, hygiene, feeding, bathing and other daily living skills
• Follow individualized care plans and document progress
• Administer medications in accordance with policy
• Maintain a safe, clean, and supportive environment
• Use approved behavior support techniques
• Encourage community engagement and participation
• Some DSP roles will require travel and support from Residential to Day programs

What You Bring

• High school diploma or GED
• Experience in disability services preferred (not required—we train!)
• Ability to lift, push, or pull 50+ lbs.
• Valid U.S. driver’s license - meet one of the following driving record requirements: at least 3 years of unsuspended driving history with no more than 3 points, or at least 2 years of unsuspended driving history with a clean driving record

Why You’ll Love Working Here

• Medical plans starting at $6.90/month (Day 1 coverage)
• Dental and vision insurance
• Life and disability insurance
• Generous paid time off
• 403(b) retirement plan with employer match
• Paid training and tuition assistance
• Tickets at Work
• Employee referral bonuses and recognition programs
• Clear pathways for growth and advancement