Direct Support Professional (DSP) - Danville
Support Services of Virginia
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- Pay
- $13 to $14
- an hour
- Location
- Danville, VA
- Work style
- On-site
- Job type
- Full time
- Posted
- Oct 6
- 14 days ago
Career path
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About the company
Support Services of Virginia
Mental health care · 2 to 10 employees
What you'll do
- Assist individuals with daily living activities while supporting their personal goals, independence, and community participation.
- Encourage meaningful relationships and experiences in residential and community-based settings.
What you need
- Proof of highest level of education
- Ability to pass criminal background, registry, and tuberculosis screenings
- Ability to obtain and maintain First Aid/CPR/AED Certification, Medicaid Waiver Certification, and Direct Support Professional Core Competencies
- Strong communication and time management skills
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
Key skills
First Aid/CPR/AED CertificationMedicaid Waiver CertificationStrong communicationTime managementWork independentlyAdaptable
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Perks
- Health, dental, and life insurance
- Paid vacation
- Holidays
- 401(k) retirement plan
- Professional development
- Career growth opportunities
- Employee appreciation and referral programs
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Support Services of Virginia is seeking Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) in Danville to provide person-centered support to individuals with developmental disabilities in residential and community-based settings. We are looking for dependable, compassionate team members who are adaptable, community-oriented, and committed to helping individuals build greater independence and quality of life.
As a Direct Support Professional, you will assist individuals with daily living activities while supporting their personal goals, independence, and participation in the community. You will help individuals maintain a balance between what is important to them and what is important for them while encouraging meaningful relationships and experiences.
At Support Services of Virginia, we are committed to supporting our employees through mentorship, ongoing training, and opportunities for personal and professional development. Our supportive workplace, comprehensive benefits, and mission-driven work provide opportunities to build a rewarding career in Virginia’s human services field.
Schedule & Work EnvironmentSupport Services of Virginia provides services 24 hours a day. Full-time, part-time, and relief DSP opportunities are available, with schedules that may include day, evening, overnight, weekend, and other shifts based on program needs and employee availability.
Whether providing support in an individual’s home or within the community, DSPs play an important role in promoting independence and quality of life.
Virtual interviews and training are available through Zoom.
CompensationStarting pay: $13.50 per hour
Opportunity to increase to $14.00 per hour following training and medication certification clearance
All certifications must be verified
Team Member BenefitsCompetitive compensation with potential wage increases after training
Health, dental, and life insurance
Paid vacation, holidays, and training
401(k) retirement plan
Professional development and career growth opportunities
Employee appreciation and referral programs
RequirementsProof of highest level of education
Ability to pass criminal background, registry, and tuberculosis screenings
Ability to obtain and maintain First Aid/CPR/AED Certification, Medicaid Waiver Certification, and Direct Support Professional Core Competencies
Strong communication and time management skills
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
Support Services of Virginia is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to diversity in its workforce.
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