Full Time-Direct Support Professional- 8a-6p

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Shift: Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday 8a-6p

Heart Havens seeks a caring Full Time Direct Support Professional (DSP) to work at our  Lynchburg home in  Lynchburg, VA who embrace our mission of empowerment and share our values of accountability, integrity, respect, and empathy. 

We're looking for people who will encourage the people we support to be true members of their communities by helping them connect to community resources and events and motivate them to try new things. At every level of our organization, we look for people who think creatively, are team players, have strong attention to detail, and are passionate about providing inclusive communities for people with a developmental disability. 

As a FT- DSP, you'll empower adults with a developmental disability to live full, vibrant, and happy lives. While you'll provide support for everyday activities, such as meal preparation, you'll also support people as they plan for bigger events, such as trips. You'll support people as they discover what they're passionate about and pursue their dreams. One thing's for sure: every day with Heart Havens is different!  

Requirements:

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

• Must have a passion for and desire to work with people with developmental disabilities and other physical or mental disabilities.

• Knowledge of basic human physical and psychological needs.

• Knowledge and use of person-centered approach.

• Knowledge of simple health and safety precautions.

• Knowledge of and ability to perform simple nursing care, first-aid, behavior management, personal and environment hygiene.

• Ability to write daily progress and behavior reports using a professional, objective style and voice.

• Ability to use computer and other electronic equipment.

• Ability to interact with individuals, community members and other treatment team members.

• Ability to read and comprehend training manuals.

• Ability to follow written and oral instructions.

• Ability to carry out the physical requirements of assisting and lifting individuals, as necessary.

• Exercise of mature judgment in appraising a situation and adopting an effective course of action.

• Ability to learn basic operation and maintenance of adaptive equipment.

• Ability to be supportive and patient.

• Ability to be a team player.

• Ability to be compassionate and empathetic

• Ability to interact and communicate with individuals exhibiting a variety of characteristics related to disabilities.

• Ability to observe, record and report participant’s behavior, attitude and physical condition.

• Ability to perform basic math and communicate effectively, as well as excellent verbal and written communication skills.

• Ability to maintain effective working relationships with individuals and other employees.

• Ability to prioritize conflicting deadlines.

• Ability to create processes to effectively manage job duties.

• Ability to come to work, arrive on time for scheduled shifts, and remain active during shift.

• Demonstrated understanding of the rights of people with a disability.

•Ability to work flexible hours and unconventional schedules, including evening, weekends, and holidays. 

Minimum Qualifications:

  Previous experience in the care, training, habilitation and development of individuals with developmental disabilities.

  Must consent to criminal records check, including a finger print check.

  Valid VA driver's license required with acceptable driving record.

  Must complete a TB Screening.

  Once hired, must complete all required trainings in a timely manner – DD Staff Orientation Test, Staff Competencies, TOVA, First Aid/CPR/AED, and medication administration training.

  Current Medicaid Waiver Competency Certification.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package to our full-time employees, including health insurance options and a 403(b) (retirement plan).