In-Home Direct Support Professional
About The Position
Alleghany Highlands Community Services provides services and support to community members with behavioral health challenges and intellectual and developmental disabilities. The Residential Direct Support Professional (RDSP) supports children and adults with developmental disabilities through in-home residential services, in-home respite services, and out-of-home respite services. The RDSP uses teaching techniques and strategies designed to promote independence and skills acquisition. The work takes place in individuals’ homes and involves supporting people with intellectual disabilities, including individuals who require considerable assistance with activities of daily living. Evening and/or weekend availability is required. Candidates offered a position must undergo a background check, including a social services review, and a drug screen. Virginia restricts hiring individuals with certain convictions.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED.
- Certification in CPR, basic First Aid, and medication administration; these certifications may be obtained upon hire.
- Valid driver’s license.
- Meet requirements for a motor vehicle check, drug/alcohol testing, and a child abuse/neglect check with the Virginia Department of Social Services.
- Available to work evenings and/or weekends.
- Undergo a background check, including a social services review, and a drug screen if offered a position.
Nice To Haves
- Two years of similar experience.
Responsibilities
- Assist, supervise, monitor, and/or train consumers in personal care, homemaking, and home care skills.
- Provide informal and formal training through general upkeep, maintenance, meal preparation, cooking, laundry, shopping, and grocery-list preparation.
- Develop, implement, and supervise community integration and acceptance while promoting independence.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
