Impactful Direct Support Professional — Full-Time DSP

Hampton-Newport News Community Services Board; Hampton (VA); On-site; USD 38,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

11 paid holidays

Virginia Retirement System (VRS)

Paid annual and sick leave

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Wellness incentives

Job summary

The Hampton-Newport News Community Services Board is seeking Full-Time Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) to provide person-centered care to adults in residential and community-based programs.

You will support adults with IDD, serious mental illness, and substance use disorders while promoting independence, dignity, choice, and community involvement. DSPs perform daily living activities, monitor well-being, and document care as part of a collaborative team.

Qualifications

• One year of direct care experience with adults living with intellectual and developmental disabilities, mental illness, or experience in an Intermediate Care Facility.
• One year of direct care experience with adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities or mental illness for Waiver & Day Support.
• One year of direct care experience with adults with serious mental illness for Regional Supervised Housing.

Responsibilities

• Provide hands-on direct care and support based on each individual's needs and service plan.
• Assist with activities of daily living, meal preparation, and community activities.
• Support medication administration where appropriate and maintain accurate documentation.

Job description

The Hampton-Newport News Community Services Board is seeking Full-Time Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) to provide person-centered care to adults in residential and community-based programs.

You will support adults with IDD, serious mental illness, and substance use disorders while promoting independence, dignity, choice, and community involvement. DSPs perform daily living activities, monitor well-being, and document care as part of a collaborative team.