Part Time Direct Support Professional needed! -$17.00/hour

Career Details:

Heart Havens seeks a Part-Time Direct Support Professional (DSP) to join the team at our group home in Lynchburg, Virginia. Are you someone that will embrace our mission of empowerment and share our values of accountability, integrity, respect, and empathy?

We currently have the following schedules available:

Thursday-Saturday 12pm-8pm

As a DSP, you'll empower adults with a developmental disability to live full, vibrant, and happy lives. In this role you'll provide support with: community outings and volunteer activities, personal hygiene activities, medication administration and foster more independence with daily living skills. DSPs are responsible for providing support as identified in the Individual Support Plan, and for collecting data and documenting the provision of those supports. You'll encourage our residents as they discover what they're passionate about and pursue their dreams. One thing's for sure: Heart Havens is looking for driven, dependable, creative and compassionate individuals who want to make a difference in people’s lives!

Requirements:

Qualifications for a Direct Support Professional:

Experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities
Knowledge of basic human physical and psychological needs
Knowledge and passionate use of person-centered approach
Knowledge of health and safety precautions
Demonstrated leadership ability, emotional maturity and patience
Good verbal and written communication skills
Proficient typing and computer skills
Demonstrated flexibility and reliability
Must be at least 21 years of age, have a valid driver's license and acceptable driving record
High school diploma or GED preferred
Required training: Therapeutic Options, 1st Aid/CPR/AED, 32 hour Medical Administration (paid training provided)

Benefits for Direct Support Professionals:

Vacation & Sick Leave
Holiday Pay
Medical
Dental
Vision
Education Assistance
Retirement Plan
Life Insurance & AD&D
Long Term Disability Insurance
Voluntary Insurance
Employee Referral Bonuses

In order to be employed as a Direct Support Professional, candidates must comply with state background screening requirements.

Heart Havens is committed to equal access and opportunity for everyone. Heart Havens does not discriminate on the basis of race, ethnicity, color, religious affiliation, national origin, age, sex, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, medical condition, or veteran status in employment, partnership or program delivery.