Joyful Support Specialist for Adults with Disabilities

Community Living Alternatives; Fairfax (VA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401K Match

Paid parental leave

Job summary

Community Living Alternatives (CLA) is seeking Direct Support Professionals to provide residential supports and foster joy for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities in Northern Virginia. You will help residents engage in activities, assess safety, and communicate outcomes with the team and families.

We value compassion, teamwork, and the ability to adapt to flexible schedules while supporting independence and quality of life for residents.

Qualifications

• Ability to bring joy into the lives of adults with IDD.
• Ability to assess activities and spaces for risks (physical and emotional).
• Strong verbal and written communication about joyful activities.
• Support adults in finding and advocating for joy with independence.

Responsibilities

• Provide residential supports and joy to adults with IDD in homes and community settings.
• Assess risks and ensure necessary support is provided.
• Communicate clearly about activities and safety to staff and families.
• Uphold dignity, respect, and collaboration in all interactions.

Skills

Joyful engagement

Communication

Team player

Flexibility

Patience

Lift 50 pounds

Job description

Community Living Alternatives (CLA) is seeking Direct Support Professionals to provide residential supports and foster joy for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities in Northern Virginia. You will help residents engage in activities, assess safety, and communicate outcomes with the team and families.

We value compassion, teamwork, and the ability to adapt to flexible schedules while supporting independence and quality of life for residents.