Direct Support Professionals (PM Shift)
About The Position
Southeastern Virginia Training Center (SEVTC), an intermediate care facility operated by the Virginia Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Services, is hiring Direct Support Professionals to provide essential care and behavioral support to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. SEVTC uses a person-centered approach in state-of-the-art homes, supporting individuals’ independence and helping them realize their potential. The role is on the 2:30 p.m.–11:00 p.m. shift. Positions are considered essential personnel and may be required to work during emergencies or when facility needs arise. All SEVTC positions may require different shifts and/or overtime as requested. A differential is available for second-shift work: $2.50 per hour on weekdays and $3.00 per hour on weekends. New hires must successfully complete the facility’s 10-day, Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m.–4:30 p.m. pre-service training program for continued employment. Training includes person-centered approach techniques, CPR and First Aid certification, TOVA, medication administration, nutritional management, and physical and behavioral management. Training in behavior management and crisis intervention is available.
Requirements
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Dependable, accountable, and reliable.
- Ability to work a flexible schedule and as part of an integrated team.
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Active, valid driver’s license.
- Basic computer skills, including using a keyboard and mouse and navigating an Electronic Health Record with minimum assistance after training.
- Ability to meet the physical demands of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation, including standing, bending, walking, pushing and pulling, lifting up to 50 pounds, providing support during personal care, and intervening with aggressive behaviors.
- Successful completion of the facility’s pre-service training program, including CPR, First Aid, medication administration, nutritional management, and physical and behavioral management, is required for continued employment.
- Ability to collaborate with co-workers, Residential Supervisors and/or Supervisors, the Administrator on Duty, and ID team members.
Nice To Haves
- Prior experience supporting individuals with intellectual disabilities, autism, or other disabilities.
- Prior experience working with medically fragile individuals.
- Prior experience as a Direct Support Professional, Certified Nursing Assistant, or in a similar role.
- Demonstrated experience working with electronic medical records.
Responsibilities
- Assist individuals with daily living activities, personal care, and mobility.
- Use behavior management strategies to support individuals exhibiting maladaptive behaviors.
- Provide emotional and behavioral support while promoting independence.
- Implement behavior intervention plans and collaborate with the support team.
- Foster a safe, structured, and positive environment.
Benefits
- Health, vision, and dental insurance with multiple plan choices.
- Health and dependent care flexible spending accounts.
- 13 paid holidays.
- Paid time off, including sick leave, family personal leave, annual leave, and parental leave.
- Life and long-term care insurance.
- Virginia Retirement System membership in a 401(a) defined benefit plan and the Commonwealth’s deferred compensation plan.
- Short-term and long-term disability benefits.
- Employee assistance program.
- Wellness programs.
- Employee discounts.
- Career advancement opportunities.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
