Direct Support Professional - Community Based

Wall Residences, Inc. • Mineral, VA

12h • $0 - $16

About The Position

Wall Residences is seeking part-time, experienced Direct Support Professionals to provide community-based services in Mineral, Virginia, and the surrounding area of Louisa County. The role supports individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities in learning basic social skills, self-care, and communication; exploring interests; and integrating into their communities by accompanying them on outings. Activities may include recreation, volunteering, music and art classes, and social events in indoor and outdoor settings. Paid training may include First Aid and CPR, CMRT (Crisis Management & Response Training), Medication Administration, DSP Training, and documentation training. Candidates must be detail-oriented and able to maintain accurate notes to support continuity of quality care. Hiring is dependent on references and a criminal background check free of barrier crimes. An active driver’s license with an acceptable driving record is required. Employees are mandated reporters of abuse and neglect for individuals with disabilities.

Requirements

• Experienced Direct Support Professional.
• Detail-oriented and able to keep accurate notes.
• Active driver’s license with an acceptable driving record.
• At least 3 years of driving experience.
• No more than 2 moving violations or accidents within the past 3 years.
• No major violations within the past 5 years.
• Hiring is contingent on references and a criminal background check free of barrier crimes.
• Must be flexible to work evenings and weekends if needed.

Responsibilities

• Support individuals in learning basic social skills, self-care, and communication.
• Help individuals explore interests and integrate into their community by accompanying them on outings.
• Support participation in recreational activities, volunteering, music and art classes, social events, and other indoor and outdoor activities.
• Keep accurate notes to ensure continuity of quality care.
• Fulfill mandated reporter responsibilities regarding abuse and neglect of individuals with disabilities.

Benefits

• Paid training may include First Aid and CPR, CMRT (Crisis Management & Response Training), Medication Administration, DSP Training, and documentation training.

What This Job Offers

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