Residential DSP & Sponsor: Flexible Schedule & Growth

Kahak Health; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 19,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Flexible scheduling

Career advancement

Health benefits

Job summary

Kahak Health is seeking Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) and Residential Sponsors to join our team in Richmond, Virginia. You will provide direct care, supervision, and support to individuals with diverse abilities in residential and community settings, promoting dignity, safety, and independence.

Responsibilities include assisting with ADLs, mobility, medication administration, transportation to appointments and activities, and advocating for client rights while maintaining a respectful,

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 1 year of caregiving/ DSP experience preferred.
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation.
• CPR/First Aid certification preferred or willingness to obtain.

Responsibilities

• Assist individuals with activities of daily living (ADLs) including bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting and hygiene.
• Assist with mobility, lifting, positioning, and transfers as needed.
• Support medication administration and maintain medication records.
• Monitor health, behaviors and emotional well-being; provide companionship and emotional support.
• Transport clients to medical appointments, activities, school or work programs, and community outings.
• Promote community integration and advocate for client rights and personal goals.

Skills

ADLs

Mobility support

Meds administration

Health monitoring

Transportation

Advocacy

Communication

Calm under pressure

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Kahak Health is seeking Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) and Residential Sponsors to join our team in Richmond, Virginia. You will provide direct care, supervision, and support to individuals with diverse abilities in residential and community settings, promoting dignity, safety, and independence.

Responsibilities include assisting with ADLs, mobility, medication administration, transportation to appointments and activities, and advocating for client rights while maintaining a respectful,