DSP/CSA I - Residential (PRN)

Colonial Behavioral Health; Williamsburg (VA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Colonial Behavioral Health in Williamsburg, VA is seeking a Direct Support Professional I (DSP I) to join our Residential Services team. You will provide compassionate, person-centered support to individuals with developmental disabilities, helping them with daily living activities and community participation to promote independence.

You will document services, monitor health needs, assist with meals, and accompany individuals to appointments, with flexible PRN shifts to fit your schedule and

Qualifications

• Ability to work in a group home, home-like setting.
• Maintain a high level of confidentiality.
• Physical ability to bend, lift, and mobility tasks.
• Valid driver's license is required.
• High school diploma or equivalent is required.

Responsibilities

• Provide compassionate, person-centered support with daily living activities.
• Encourage participation in activities to promote independence.
• Monitor health and assist with healthcare needs.
• Plan, prepare, and assist with meals and nutrition skills.
• Shop for groceries and assist with household tasks.
• Accompany individuals to medical and community appointments.
• Accurately document services and observations.
• Perform other duties to support individuals served.

Skills

Group home setting

Confidentiality

Physical endurance

Driver's license

High school diploma

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

At Colonial Behavioral Health, we believe everyone deserves the opportunity to live a meaningful, fulfilling, and independent life. We support individuals and their families on their journeys toward recovery and greater independence in the areas of mental health, substance use, and developmental disabilities.

We are currently seeking a Direct Support Professional I (DSP I) to join our Residential Services team.

As a DSP I, you'll have the opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of individuals with developmental disabilities by providing support, encouragement, and guidance as they work toward greater independence. You'll help individuals build life skills, participate in their communities, pursue their goals, and experience the everyday successes that make life rewarding.

If you are compassionate, dependable, patient, and motivated by helping others achieve their goals, we'd love to have you join our team.

Colonial Behavioral Health proudly serves individuals and families throughout James City County, the City of Poquoson, the City of Williamsburg, and York County.

Job Responsibilities

• Provide compassionate, person-centered support with daily living activities, including personal hygiene, grooming, dressing, feeding, and mobility.
• Encourage participation in daily activities, community experiences, and opportunities that promote independence and personal growth.
• Monitor individuals’ health and well-being and assist with health care-related needs as appropriate.
• Plan, prepare, serve, and assist with meals while supporting individuals in developing everyday cooking and nutrition skills.
• Shop for groceries and assist with household and meal-planning needs.
• Accompany and support individuals during scheduled medical and community appointments.
• Accurately document services provided, activities, and relevant observations.
• Perform other duties as assigned to support the needs and goals of the individuals served.

We are currently recruiting PRN employees to help fill our vacant shifts. This is a great opportunity for individuals seeking flexible scheduling and the ability to pick up shifts as needed.

Skills and Qualifications

• Must have the ability to work in a group home, home-like setting
• Must be able to maintain a high level of confidentiality.
• Ability to handle physical aspects of job, including bending, stooping, lifting, pushing, pulling, reaching, and walking for periods of time.
• Work experience with individuals with developmental disabilities preferred.
• Valid driver's license is required.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.

DMV record must be submitted with application.