Direct Support Professional; DSP-Residential Evening shift

Overview

Job Description
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Do you have a heart for caring and being a friend to those with Intellectual Disabilities?

Shift: Evening shift, 4 pm to 12:30 am, with long and short weeks. We are growing and making changes to improve the lives of the people we serve and our staff. We offer competitive pay and benefits to full-time staff, with extra shifts for those who want more hours. We have in-house programs to develop future leaders and behavior Techs. If you apply, please check your email and junk email for a scheduled phone call.

You will need a computer or a mobile device with access to Google Chrome or Microsoft Edge;
Safari will not work for our application system. Our Mission:
Empowering a Life of Independence and Opportunity.

Summary:

The Evening Residential DSP is responsible for providing support to adults with developmental disabilities in both home and community settings. The care is compassionate and unrestrictive and strives to help the person being supported achieve a meaningful life. DSPs provide support with life skill management, relationships, and opportunities, along with day-to-day tasks such as personal care, cleaning, medication administration, and record keeping.

• Provide direct support in accordance with each Individual Support Plan (ISP) and Behavioral Support Plans (BSP).
• Provide appropriate levels of supervision and support as indicated in the plan(s).
• Offer activities that are individualized and person-centered.
• Provide support on an individualized basis in making choices to achieve life skills, community integration, and participation.
• Maintain the health and safety of those assigned and provide safe rides for community engagement.
• Support individuals with daily personal tasks, including personal hygiene, bathing, dressing, preparing meals, and feeding.
• Provide support with housekeeping tasks such as vacuuming, mopping, dusting, washing dishes, completing laundry, and tidying up.
• Administer medications.
• Complete all required documentation, including electronic documentation.
• Complete Event Reports and behavior data according to program requirements.

• Starting Pay at $15 per hour and up to $20 per hour, depending on experience and certifications
• Competitive compensation
• Health Savings Account - offered
• PTO accrued each pay period
• 401(K) - offered

• 1 year of experience providing care to individuals with disabilities or a high school diploma/GED - Preferred
• Credentials for CNA, NA, and PCA must be Active and Certified by the Board of Nursing of Virginia - Preferred

• Knowledge of developmental disabilities
• Knowledge of Home and Community-Based Settings
• Strong computer skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Word
• Ability to communicate effectively and persuasively both verbally and in writing
• Ability to work with minimal guidance and supervision
• Ability to handle physical aspects of the job, including bending, stooping, lifting (50 pounds or more), pushing, pulling, reaching, and walking for extended periods

Our Mission: Empowering a Life of Independence and Opportunity. NewPoint supports people with intellectual and developmental disabilities by creating an environment tailored to their changing needs and goals. Focus areas include Positive Behavior Support, Social Skills Development, Health Maintenance & Monitoring.