Empowering DSP: Enable Lives & Community Connection

Heart Havens Inc.; Glen Allen (VA); On-site; USD 29,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Vision

Legal Services

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Heart Havens Inc. seeks a Direct Support Professional to empower adults with developmental disabilities to live full, vibrant lives. You will help with daily activities, meal prep, and support for trips and community engagement, while promoting independence and personal choice.

The role emphasizes teamwork, attention to detail, empathy, and adherence to Heart Havens values. Expect variety in daily duties and ongoing opportunities to impact residents' quality of life.

Qualifications

• Ability to understand and follow service requirements.
• Ability to participate in a team-oriented work environment.
• Ability to manage time to successfully complete job duties.
• Ability to interact and communicate with individuals exhibiting a variety of characteristics.
• Ability to perform First-Aid, behavior management interventions, and medication management.
• Ability to support residents with Activities of Daily Living.
• Ability to observe, record and report residents’ behavior, attitude and physical condition.
• Must be able to transport residents in Heart Havens vehicles.

Responsibilities

• Provides support to residents as outlined in ISPs and other plans.
• Supports residents with Activities of Daily Living to the required level.
• Encourages residents to engage with others and participate in meaningful activities.
• Administers medications according to procedures.
• Completes accurate daily documentation and incident reports.
• Follows meal menus and dietary recommendations.
• Participates in monthly resident meetings and follows activity calendars.

Skills

Follow service requirements

Team-oriented work

Time management

Communication with residents

First-aid & medication management

ADL support

Documentation

Respect residents' Human Rights

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Heart Havens Inc. seeks a Direct Support Professional to empower adults with developmental disabilities to live full, vibrant lives. You will help with daily activities, meal prep, and support for trips and community engagement, while promoting independence and personal choice.

The role emphasizes teamwork, attention to detail, empathy, and adherence to Heart Havens values. Expect variety in daily duties and ongoing opportunities to impact residents' quality of life.