VA Direct Support Professional (DSP) | Virtual Interview And Fast Hiring Event - Sterling, Loudoun County
About The Position
St. John’s Community Services is hiring Direct Support Professionals to support people with intellectual and developmental disabilities throughout the DMV region. The role helps individuals develop or maintain skills that improve their quality of life in the community, while responding to their physical, social, behavioral, career, and personal needs. DSPs advocate for people served, connect them with community inclusion opportunities, and assist with daily routines such as household tasks, employment-related tasks, and personal care. Services may include residential, day, respite, community, and employment settings. Candidates invited to the virtual interview and offer event may interview with the HR team, receive a hiring decision, and begin onboarding if selected. The listed position location is Annandale, Virginia; the interview event is virtual. Compensation is $19.00 per hour. St. John’s Community Services is an equal opportunity employer and may provide reasonable accommodation to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.
Requirements
- For Virginia, a high school diploma or GED is preferred but not required; it is required for the District of Columbia.
- At least one year of related experience working with people with disabilities is required.
- Meet SJCS and funding-jurisdiction requirements for criminal background and records checks.
- Obtain a valid health certificate meeting SJCS or current funding-authority requirements.
- A valid state-issued driver’s license and a current driving record in good standing are preferred.
- Successfully complete state-required certifications before administering medication.
- Ability to lift at least 30 pounds.
- Ability to safely operate a motor vehicle and lift, transfer, or position people served; work may involve exposure to aggressive behavior and risks of trips and falls.
Nice To Haves
- Experience in community-based programs.
- A valid state-issued driver’s license with a current driving record in good standing.
- For Virginia applicants, a high school diploma or GED.
Responsibilities
- Provide appropriate supervision and training in residential, day, respite, community, and employment services to support social wellbeing, health, and safety in the least restrictive environment.
- Administer medication according to procedures after successful completion of state-required certifications.
- Assist people served with public transportation or arrange transportation to access community resources.
- Plan and implement daily activities, including activities that promote social inclusion and build social capital.
- Document support provided and progress toward skill acquisition, choices, health matters, achievements, and challenges according to SJCS procedures.
- Attend and participate in mandated events, workshops, training, investigations, and meetings.
- Use personal and agency resources responsibly, including vehicles, property, and finances.
- Observe and respond to the physical, social, behavioral, career, and personal needs of people served.
- Advocate for the needs of people served and support their community inclusion.
- Assist with daily routines, including household tasks, employment-related tasks, and personal care.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision benefits.
- Short-term disability and other benefits.
- Retirement plans.
- Company-paid long-term disability.
- Connectivity reimbursements for some employees.
- Paid time off, vacation, and sick time.
- Work flexibility.
- Family culture.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
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