Direct Support Specialist — Residential Care for Adults

Region Ten CSB; Charlottesville (VA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional community services board in Charlottesville, VA seeks a Direct Support Professional I to provide essential services for adults with developmental disabilities. Responsibilities include ensuring consumer safety, assisting with personal care, and teaching life skills while adhering to professional standards. The ideal candidate must possess a High School Diploma or GED, hold a valid Virginia Driver’s License, and ideally have two years of experience in human services. This position offers FT, PT, or PRN schedules.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent required.
• Two years’ experience in a human service field is preferred.
• Must hold a current valid Virginia Driver’s License.

Responsibilities

• Ensure health and safety of consumers.
• Provide planned and emergency services.
• Assist with self-administration of consumer medications.
• Teach personal care skills.
• Record data on individual performances.

Job description

A regional community services board in Charlottesville, VA seeks a Direct Support Professional I to provide essential services for adults with developmental disabilities. Responsibilities include ensuring consumer safety, assisting with personal care, and teaching life skills while adhering to professional standards. The ideal candidate must possess a High School Diploma or GED, hold a valid Virginia Driver’s License, and ideally have two years of experience in human services. This position offers FT, PT, or PRN schedules.