Direct Support Professional I

City of Virginia Beach•Virginia Beach, VA

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About The Position

The City of Virginia Beach Department of Human Services is seeking to hire a Direct Support Professional who has experience working with individuals with Developmental / Intellectual Disabilities in a Day Support setting for SkillQuest program. This position is responsible for overseeing day support program rooms and staff, managing caseloads, while assisting the unit supervisor. And here's the exciting part - the selected candidate will qualify for a $2,500 hiring bonus!

Requirements

experience working with individuals with Developmental / Intellectual Disabilities
experience in a Day Support setting for SkillQuest program

Responsibilities

Provide group day services to adults with developmental/intellectual disabilities, using methods that encourage independence.
Assist with mobility by working to prevent falls, use of walkers/wheelchairs, transfers, use of mechanical lift
Oversee client’s health care by monitoring/reporting concerns, seizure management, nutrition/hydration, assistance with medications/treatments, teach good health habits
Assist clients with personal care (use the bathroom, eating)
Identify interests of clients and adapt activities to meet needs and increase independence
Assist with life skills such as cooking, money, hygiene practices, cleaning, advocacy
Work with clients to develop socialization skills by teaching generally accepted social behaviors, improve communication skills
Assist with utilizing public and other transportation, avoid exploitation, identify/use community resources, and identifying volunteer opportunities
Teach emotional regulation skills and work to avoid/defuse crisis situations, prevent harm to self or others, teach anger management/stress reduction techniques
Implement Individualized Support Plans (ISPs) and Individualized Program Plans (IPPs) under the direction of the group leader and the clinician responsible for the group to assist individuals with reaching personal goals. Documents support provided according to current practices. Provide ongoing input to responsible staff regarding changes needed to ISP/IPP.
Participate in developing a monthly activity calendar focusing on person-centered group activities. Reads and provides information daily in communication logs/books for assigned individuals.