Full-time DSP Residential SUD Program

Hampton-Newport News Community Services Board; Hampton (VA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

11 Paid Holidays

Virginia Retirement System (VRS)

Annual and Sick Leave

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Life Insurance, Disability Insurance

Flexible Spending Account

Job summary

Hampton-Newport News Community Services Board (H-NNCSB) is seeking a Full-Time Direct Care Professional (DSP) for the Southern Family Project (SEFP). You will provide daily support to women and families in residential treatment for substance use disorders and co-occurring mental health conditions, helping create a safe, recovery-focused environment.

The role involves supervising residents, assisting with daily living tasks, and documenting progress.

Qualifications

• One year of direct care experience with adults and/or families with substance use and/or mental health needs.
• CNA certification a plus.
• Experience in residential treatment settings is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct supervision and support in a residential treatment setting.
• Assist residents with daily living activities and household responsibilities.
• Encourage participation in recovery programming and life skills development.
• Observe and document client progress and safety concerns.
• Maintain confidential documentation.
• Promote a safe, therapeutic living environment.
• Collaborate with the treatment team to support client outcomes.

Skills

Direct care experience

CNA preferred

Documentation skills

Job description

Full-Time Direct Care Professional (DSP)

Annual Salary: $37,799

Shift Differential: $2.50/hour for evening, overnight, and weekend shifts

Work Schedule: Tuesday - Saturday 4:00 pm - 12:30 am

Help Change Lives Every Day

Are you passionate about supporting individuals on their recovery journey? Join the Hampton-Newport News Community Services Board (H-NNCSB) as a Full-Time Direct Care Professional (DSP) with the Southern Family Project (SEFP). In this rewarding role, you'll provide compassionate care and daily support to women and families receiving residential treatment for substance use disorders and co-occurring mental health conditions.

As part of our residential team, you'll help create a safe, structured, and recovery-focused environment where individuals can build life skills, strengthen family relationships, and work toward lasting independence.

Minimum Qualifications

• One year of direct care experience working with adults and/or families with substance abuse and/or mental health needs, CNA a plus.

What You'll Do

• Provide direct supervision and support in a residential treatment setting.
• Assist residents with daily living activities, household responsibilities, and infant care as needed.
• Encourage participation in recovery programming, life skills development, and structured activities.
• Observe, document, and communicate client progress, behaviors, and safety concerns.
• Maintain accurate, timely, and confidential documentation.
• Promote a safe, respectful, and therapeutic living environment.
• Collaborate with the Program Manager and multidisciplinary treatment team to support successful client outcomes.

Benefits

• 11 Paid Holidays
• Virginia Retirement System (VRS)
• Annual and Sick Leave
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance, Disability Insurance
• Flexible Spending Account

About The southeastern Family Project

The southeastern Family Project is a licensed residential treatment program serving women recovering from substance use disorders and co-occurring mental health conditions. The program provides ASAM Level 3.5 and 3.1 residential treatment for non-pregnant women, pregnant women, postpartum women, and their infants.

Our mission is to provide a safe, supportive, and recovery-oriented environment that empowers women to achieve lasting recovery, strengthen parenting skills, and build healthy, independent lives.

Why Join Us

This is more than a job-it's an opportunity to support recovery, strengthen families, and contribute to long-term change. SEFP offers a meaningful role where your presence directly impacts the safety, stability, and progress of the individuals and families we serve.

The selected candidate must successfully pass a criminal history fingerprint background investigation, DMV record check, Child Registry search, drug screening test and employment reference checks.