NVCLC Admin - Direct Support Professional (Mon, Wed & Fri 9A - 5P) (67608)
$37,440–$37,440 year
On-siteWoodbridge, Virginia, United States
Job Summary
Direct Support Professional provides direct care and support to people with Intellectual or Developmental Disabilities in their home, assisting with daily living, preparing meals, following a Person-Centered Plan, and supporting safety and well-being. Responsibilities include teaching and supporting daily living skills, coordinating with families and care teams, assisting with medication administration, providing first aid/CPR when needed, facilitating social activities, documenting activities in electronic health records, transporting individuals to appointments and activities, ensuring nutrition and healthy choices, attending trainings, and reporting maintenance or safety issues. Requires high school diploma or equivalent, 1 year of relevant experience, and ability to pass trainings and background checks; Medication Administration Certification is preferred and may be required by the end of the introductory period; computer skills are needed for documentation; bilingual ability is a plus.
Required Qualifications
- Min of a high school diploma, GED, and/or IEP
- (1) year of exp. working in the field of intellectual/developmental disabilities
- Medication Administration Certification is preferred, but will be required by the end of the introductory period
- Must pass all required trainings and new hire orientation classes
- Must maintain current certifications and trainings required by CMS or relevant governmental entities
- Computer Skills are required for documentation
- Written and verbal communication skills must be clear and professional
- Problem Solving ability
- Pass relevant local and state background checks and drug testing requirements
- Bilingual in any language a plus
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