PT DIrect Support Professional

Hope House Foundation • Chesapeake, VA

2d • $16 - $22 • Onsite

About The Position

Join our Norfolk team in Oceanview as a Direct Support Professional and help individuals with developmental disabilities live their best lives – all while enjoying a fun, flexible job with room to grow. You will have the opportunity to go to concerts, amusement parks, and community outings with the people you support, helping them build independence and reach their goals. This role offers free paid training and a Career Pathways Program for career growth, with flexible schedules available.

Requirements

• Lift up to 50lbs.
• Valid Driver's License
• Reliable transportation
• Satisfactory Criminal Background Check
• Weekend availability
• Dependability

Nice To Haves

• Ability to assist individuals with completing activities of daily living.
• Experience through education or work history that demonstrates reliability/dependability.
• Skill to complete satisfactorily: Medication Certification, Medicaid Waiver Certification, First Aid/CPR, Mandt, and other requirements associated with orientation.
• Ability to work effectively in a team.
• Ability to make decisions and exercise good judgment.
• Skill in locating and accessing community resources.

Responsibilities

• Help individuals with developmental disabilities live their best lives.
• Assist individuals with completing activities of daily living.
• Accompany individuals to community outings such as concerts and amusement parks.
• Help others build independence and reach their goals.

Benefits

• Sign-On Bonus
• Paid Certifications
• Paid training
• Career Pathways Program
• Flexible Schedules
• Competitive Pay
• Holiday pay
• 401(k)
• Health & voluntary benefits (eligibility applies)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Advancement opportunities

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed