Residential Support Specialist - Medical FT - 4331-5-3

Piedmont Community Services • Martinsville, VA

6d • Onsite

About The Position

This position assists adults with developmental disabilities who may also have significant medical or behavioral challenges on a day-to-day basis. Areas of assistance include, but are not limited to routine personal care needs, social support, and physical assistance in a wide range of daily living activities. Working as a Direct Support Professional (DSP), this position ensures that individuals living in a PCS specialized group home receive individualized care, maintain dignity, and enjoy a safe comfortable home environment while leading a self-directed life in their own community.

Requirements

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Must have a high school diploma or GED.
• Basic computer skills are needed.
• Good patient documentation skills.
• Must have a valid driver's license.
• Must have a safe driving record.
• Must have reliable ability to transport self to worksites, trainings, and meetings.
• Must be willing to consent to background checks, including checks for barrier crimes, and drug screening as part of the application process.

Nice To Haves

• Additional education / experience in human services fields preferred.
• Experience with ID/DD individuals.
• CNA certification.

Responsibilities

• Assist adults with developmental disabilities who may also have significant medical or behavioral challenges on a day-to-day basis.
• Provide routine personal care needs, social support, and physical assistance in a wide range of daily living activities.
• Ensure individuals living in a PCS specialized group home receive individualized care, maintain dignity, and enjoy a safe comfortable home environment while leading a self-directed life in their own community.

Benefits

• 14 Paid Holidays + 1 Floating Holiday of choice!
• VRS VA Retirement with Employer Percentage Match
• Paid Life Insurance 2X your Salary
• Employer contribution to Health Insurance
• Dental, Vision, & Supplemental Insurance options
• Wellness Program and Community Engagement opportunities
• Possibilities for additional training and certifications related to the position.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED