Direct Support Professional - PRN

Direct Support Professional (PRN) in Lynchburg, VA provides empowerment-focused care for adults with developmental disabilities. Responsibilities include assisting with activities of daily living, supporting participation in community activities, coordinating with ISPs and Residential Plans, documenting daily notes and logs, administering medications following the 6 Rights, maintaining records confidentially, and ensuring residents’ health and safety. The role requires strong teamwork, attention to detail, ability to follow health protocols, and adherence to Heart Havens’ mission and values. Qualifications include a high school diploma or GED (preferred), 6 months of direct support experience (with more preferred in DD residential settings), Virginia driver’s license, ability to perform physical tasks, and strong communication skills. Essential functions cover supervision, meal preparation, documentation, responding to health changes, incident reporting, participation in resident meetings, budget adherence, and emergency procedures, with shifts including days, nights, and rotating weekends on a PRN basis.