Direct Support Professional (DSP) $21/hr - Weekends Only
- Northern, VA, United States
$21 USD / hour
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Job details
- Pay
- $21 USD / hour
- Posting language
- English
Original job description
Start a Career That Changes Lives – Including Yours!
Direct Support Professional (DSP) – Weekend Only
Northern Virginia (Alexandria, Annandale, Arlington, Ashburn, Burke, Falls Church, Manassas, Springfield, Vienna, Woodbridge) Weekend Shifts Only Base Pay: $17/hr + $4/hr Weekend Differential Earn $21/hr for qualifying weekend hours
Start a career that truly makes a difference. At CRi, you’ll support individuals with disabilities in living meaningful, independent lives - while earning more for weekend work.
Eligible DSPs receive an additional $4/hour for qualifying weekend hours (Friday 11:00 PM – Monday 9:00 AM) in designated residential programs.
No experience? No problem. Paid training provided.
What You’ll Do
• Support daily living activities (meals, hygiene, medications)
• Help individuals engage in the community and build relationships
• Document care and collaborate with your team
• Be a positive, reliable presence
Meaningful work. Weekend pay boost. Real impact.
Requirements
Minimum Qualifications Required:
- Valid driver's license with a satisfactory driving record.
- High school diploma, GED, or equivalent.
- Ability to cook and manage household tasks.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to show empathy and understand the needs of individuals with disabilities.
- Willingness to learn and participate in job-specific training and ongoing professional development.
- Basic computer skills for documentation, communication, and training purposes.
Physical Demands
- Requires light and/or heavy lifting, repetitive bending, sight, hearing, and ability to move with ease.
- Must be able to climb, bend, stoop, push, lift, pull, reach, sit and walk for periods of time.
Working Environment
- Indoor and Outdoor program site and various community locations.
Why Choose CRi?
• Competitive pay & benefits
• Paid training & career growth opportunities
• Supportive, inclusive team culture
• Work that matters - every single day
Apply today and start making a difference tomorrow! Join CRi and turn your compassion into a career!
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Skills
- Mentor individuals
- Valid driver's licence
- Communication skills
- Interpersonal skills
- Show empathy
- Computer skills
- Documentation
- Heavy lifting