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Direct Support Professional - NOVA bei Dominion Care

Dominion Care · Fairfax, Vereinigte Staaten Von Amerika · Onsite

41.600,00 $  -  45.760,00 $

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Job Details

Level:    Entry
Job Location:    NOVA Group Day Waiver Services - Fairfax, VA
Position Type:    Full-Time/Part-Time
Education Level:    High School
Salary Range:    $20.00 - $22.00 Hourly
Travel Percentage:    Some Travel Required
Job Shift:    Day
Job Category:    Health Care

Description

Join Dominion Care as a Direct Support Professional (DSP)! 

 

Are you a compassionate, dedicated individual looking to make a difference in the lives of others? Dominion Care is hiring Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) to support individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities in achieving independence, building meaningful relationships, and engaging with their communities. 

 

Dominion Care is a premier provider in which our passionate and innovative team will deliver sustainable, quality, whole-person care through a full continuum of therapeutic services to empower individuals in the development of skills necessary for success. We envision a society in which all people achieve their full potential for health, education, and well-being across the lifespan.  

  

As a Dominion Care employee, you will enjoy:  

 

  • Competitive Pay! $20.00 - $22.00/hourly 

  • Full-Time and Part-Time availability!  

  • Dominion Care Employees may be eligible for the following Perks & Benefits: 

    • College Tuition Reimbursement 

    • Mileage Reimbursement  

    • Dental & Vision  

    • Medical Insurance 

    • Paid Time Off (PTO) 

    • Professional Development Training 

    • AAA Discounts 

    • Employee Assistance Program 

    • 15K Life Insurance Policy 

    • 401K Retirement Plan  

    • Optional Pet Insurance 

  • Award Winning Company: Dominion Care won Top Workplaces in the Healthcare Industry!   

  • Accreditations: Dominion Care Academy and the Dominion Care ABA Therapy and Education Center, schools of Dominion Care are accredited by VAISEF (Virginia Association of Independent Specialized Education Facilitates). Dominion Care is accredited by CARF (Commission of Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities).  

  • Core Values: TRACK  

    • Teamwork  

    • Relationship Building & Communication  

    • Accountability  

    • Customer/Client Focus  

    • Know Yourself  

 

SUMMARY/OBJECTIVE: 

 

Assist and support individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities in living meaningful, independent lives. DSPs help individuals maintain their health, develop skills in daily living, access public resources, build relationships, and engage fully in their home and community environments. This role empowers individuals to work toward their personal goals and live the life they choose. #hotjob 

 

PREFERRED EDUCATION and EXPERIENCE: 

 

  • High School Diploma or GED 

  • Valid driver’s license and clean driving record 

  • Reliable transportation (with valid car insurance and first aid kit)  

  • 1 year of experience working with individuals with disabilities 

  • Ability to engage and communicate with courtesy, tact, and good judgment 

  

ESSENTIAL DUTIES and RESPONSIBILITIES: 

 

  • Provide support to help individuals learn to be more independent and to meet their goals with a variety of day-to-day events. This may include, but is not limited to, bathroom support, household chores, budgeting, making friends, exploring their community, shopping, meal prepping, advocating for themselves, eating, etc. 

  • Demonstrates effective and professional communication with individuals and their families/support systems as well as with providers serving the individuals while establishing and maintaining professional boundaries. 

  • Assist with personal care and Activities of Daily Living (ADLs), including but not limited to directly supporting with baths, oral care, dressing, grooming, etc. 

  • Provide training in skills related to the use of community resources, such as transportation, shopping, and social and recreational activities. 

  • Monitor the health and physical condition of individuals and assist with medication management and other medical needs when applicable. 

  • Recognize and report suspected cases of abuse, neglect, or exploitation. 

  • Supervise individuals to ensure their health and safety. 

  • Provide behavioral support as appropriate and train individuals in adaptive behavior for home and community settings, such as managing anger, handling social encounters with others, and developing a support network. 

  • Facilitate the active involvement of the individuals served and their families/support systems in the service delivery process, maintain knowledge of individuals’ daily goals, and document progress toward achieving those goals. 

  • Assist individuals in handling developmental and life transitions, stay knowledgeable about available community resources and help connect individuals with these resources. 

  • Ensure quality, timely completion, and submission of required documentation. 

  • Maintain accurate time records by clocking in and out at the start and end of each shift. 

  • Maintain current personal car insurance and registration. 

  

About the Company: At Dominion Care, founded in 1999, Care is what we do. From children to adults, families to individuals, our passionate mental health care providers across the state of Virginia are backed by accredited, evidence-based, and innovative therapeutic services and education for children, adults as well as the families that care for them. Over time, services have expanded to include academic, emotional, and behavioral support in private and public settings; community-based mental health; care for those with intellectual and developmental disabilities; outpatient therapy, psychological assessments, psychiatric medication management, and substance abuse services, regardless of age. 

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