Direct Support Professional - Lynchburg

Job Description

Support Services of Virginia is committed to coaching and supporting our team members as they strive to reach their professional and personal goals. Our commitment to our team members, positive work environment, comprehensive benefits package, and opportunities to make a real difference in someone’s life makes us one of the top places to work in Virginia’s human services field.

Support Services of Virginia is seeking Direct Support Professionals to join our team and provide support to people with developmental disabilities in Lynchburg, VA. We are looking for people who are friendly and positive, open minded and flexible, engaged in the community, and like to be active. As a Direct Support Professional, you will support people in finding a balance between what is important to and important for them to help them live the lives of their choosing. We are looking for staff who have availability during the day, in the evenings, overnight, and on the weekends.

Virtual training and interviews via Zoom will be provided.

Compensation:

A Direct Support Professional just starting will make $13.50 per hour, however once you are trained and cleared to assist with medications you have the potential to make $14.00 per hour. All certifications will need to be verified.

Team Member Benefits for Direct Support Professionals:

Competitive compensation with potential wage increase post-training

Health, dental, and life insurance

Paid vacation, holidays, and trainings

401K Plan

Opportunities for professional development and growth

Employee appreciation and referral programs

Requirements:

Proof of highest level of education

Able to pass criminal/registry background checks and tuberculosis screening

Ability to maintain First Aid/CPR/AED Certification, Medicaid Waiver Certification, and Direct Support Professionals Core Competencies

Strong communication and time management skills

Capable of working independently with minimal supervision

Support Services of Virginia is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to diversity in its workforce.

Full-time