Direct Support Specialist - Empower Lives in Community

St Johns Community Services; Leesburg (VA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Retirement plan

Company LTD

Connectivity reimbursement

PTO & vacation

Flexibility

Family culture

Helping others

Job summary

St. John’s Community Services seeks a Direct Support Professional to assist individuals with disabilities in Leesburg, VA, supporting daily routines, transportation, personal care and skill development to promote inclusion and independence.

Responsibilities include supervising participants, documenting progress, coordinating with teams, and following program procedures. Must meet background checks; valid VA driver’s license preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required for DC and preferred but not required for VA.
• One or more years of related experience working with persons with disabilities.
• Must meet SJCS and funding jurisdiction background/records check requirements.
• Valid health certificate to meet funding jurisdiction requirements.
• Valid state-issued driver’s license with good driving record preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide supervision and training to persons served across residential, day, respite, community, and employment services.
• Administer medications per procedures after state certifications.
• Assist with transportation and planning daily activities to promote inclusion and social capital.
• Document support provided, progress, health matters, achievements, and challenges daily.
• Attend mandated events, workshops, trainings, investigations and meetings.
• Ensure responsible usage of personal and agency resources (vehicles, property, finances).

Skills

Disability support

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

St. John’s Community Services seeks a Direct Support Professional to assist individuals with disabilities in Leesburg, VA, supporting daily routines, transportation, personal care and skill development to promote inclusion and independence.

Responsibilities include supervising participants, documenting progress, coordinating with teams, and following program procedures. Must meet background checks; valid VA driver’s license preferred.