Overnight Direct Support Specialist – Empower Lives

Heart Havens Inc.; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Overtime

Holiday Pay

Company Paid Short Term Disability

Company Paid Long Term Disability

Company Paid Life Insurance

Company Paid Employee Assistance Plan

Medical

Vision

Legal Services

Job summary

Heart Havens seeks a Direct Support Professional for overnight shifts (Friday–Saturday 10 PM–8 AM) to empower adults with developmental disabilities. You will support daily living activities, assist with meals, and help residents pursue meaningful community involvement.

The role emphasizes teamwork, documentation, and adherence to health protocols. Candidates should have a high school diploma or GED and prior DSP experience; driving and physical requirements apply.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred; 6 months’ direct support experience required.
• 1 year direct support experience in a DD residential group home preferred, or 2+ years in DD residential with consistent job history.

Responsibilities

• Provides support to residents as outlined in ISPs and related plans.
• Supervises residents and ensures safety in home and community settings.
• Supports activities of daily living and encourages independence.
• Completes daily documentation including ISP Notes and T-Logs.
• Administers medications per policy and 6 Rights of Medication Administration.
• Performs routine incidents reporting and coordinates with leadership.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Time management

First aid / CPR / AED

Medication administration

ADL support

Documentation

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Therapeutic Options (TOVA)

Medication administration system

Job description

Heart Havens seeks a Direct Support Professional for overnight shifts (Friday–Saturday 10 PM–8 AM) to empower adults with developmental disabilities. You will support daily living activities, assist with meals, and help residents pursue meaningful community involvement.

The role emphasizes teamwork, documentation, and adherence to health protocols. Candidates should have a high school diploma or GED and prior DSP experience; driving and physical requirements apply.