Direct Support Professional - Lynchburg, VA

NEW HIRE SIGN ON BONUS:
$250 AFTER 90 DAYS
Additional $250 AFTER 6 MONTHS

AVAILABLE PROGRAM POSITIONS:

DAY SUPPORT:$13 - $14/Hour - 8am - 5pm / Mon-Friday 

COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT: $13 - $14/Hour - 8am - 5pm / Mon-Friday 

Duties:

• Responsible for assisting with the physical care, guidance and supervision of Intellectually Disabled individuals in the Day support, Residential setting and out in the Community.


• Performs activities and duties to help individuals develop acceptable habits and attitudes; helps the individuals meet the outcomes of any service or behavioral plan; insures daily needs and health and safety of the individual are met; assist individuals with daily hygiene and personal living skills; complete data collection in accord with person centered plan; responds quickly and appropriately to unpredictable behavior and circumstances. Other duties as required. If you are a caregiver, this is the position for you.


• Our Community Engagement and Community Coaching program gives individuals the opportunity to participate in community activities like training, volunteering, and other activities to build their independence and social skills


• REQUIREMENTS:


• ACTIVE AND UP TO DATE DRIVER'S LICENSE


• 
  High school diploma, GED, or 2 Years of documented experience working with persons with intellectual disabilities, Alzheimer’s, Dementia, Special Ed, etc.
  


• DMV record and Social Security Card


• Must pass criminal background investigation