Direct Support Specialist - Empower Lives

Sunrise Community of Virginia, Inc.; West Falls Church (VA); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Retirement plan

Health insurance

Vision insurance

Dental insurance

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Sunrise Community of Virginia, Inc. seeks a Direct Support professional in Virginia. The role provides support, supervision and a positive environment to help individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities live valued lives in the community.

Responsibilities include implementing plans, ensuring health and safety, reporting abuse, and maintaining documentation. Pre-employment screenings and a valid driver’s license with endorsements are required.

Qualifications

• Must pass pre-employment background and drug screenings.
• Must possess a valid Driver's License with endorsements and have a minimum of 3 years driving experience.
• Must possess basic computer skills.
• High School Diploma or equivalent if required by work location.
• Minimum one year of experience working in the human service field if required by work location.

Responsibilities

• Identifies and reports suspected abuse or violations of an individual’s rights.
• Provides support, assistance and supervision to meet the needs and goals of the individuals according to their plans.
• Ensures that each individual’s training, behavior and support programs are being implemented and documented in accordance with regulatory requirements.
• Ensures that the health, safety and well-being of the individuals are protected at all times.
• Provides a positive, reinforcing environment that promotes independence and choice.
• Follows positioning schedules, uses proper equipment and assistive devices per plan.
• Provides necessary level of assistance for appropriate diet, texture and equipment.
• Ensures all homes, outside areas and vehicles are well maintained and organized.
• Performs all other duties as assigned.

Skills

Basic computer skills

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Sunrise Community of Virginia, Inc. seeks a Direct Support professional in Virginia. The role provides support, supervision and a positive environment to help individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities live valued lives in the community.

Responsibilities include implementing plans, ensuring health and safety, reporting abuse, and maintaining documentation. Pre-employment screenings and a valid driver’s license with endorsements are required.