Direct Support Professional DSP DD waiver

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Opportunity for advancement
• Training & development

GCS IS LOOKING FOR TEAM PLAYERS TO JOIN OUR AGENCY

NOTE TO APPLICANT: YOU WILL BE REQUIRED TO COMPLETE AN APPLICATION WHICH CAN BE PICKED UP AT OUR OFFICE IN CHESAPEAKE, VA, FOR AN APPOINTMENT, PLEASE CALL 757-592-9375. or Click Here to complete documents required

DSPs for Community Engagement, and/or Day Support $16.78/hr FT 32+ as of 03/31/2026 PT 25 (4 days a week) Shifts available: 8:30a-4:30p Mon- Friday (full-time) 8:00a-1:00p Mon-Tues-Thurs-Fri, or Tues- Wed-Thurs-Fri 12:00p-4:30p Mon-Tues-Thurs-Fri, or Tues- Wed-Thurs-Fri

The average salary for a direct support professional is $15.91 per hour in Chesapeake, VA(per Indeed)

Applicant Must Have Own transportation; current insurance and valid Driver's License and good driving record (these items will be requested if hired). Must complete all aparts of Background check process.

Job Summary

We are seeking a Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) to join our team. In this role, you will make a difference in the lives of people with developmental disabilities by enhancing their quality of life.

Direct Support Professional shall provide direct care services in either a home residential setting and/or community-based setting, to program participants with developmental disabilities and/or other disabilities in one of the agency's services/programs as specified in job offer.

The ideal candidate is patient, compassionate, and reliable.

Responsibilities

• Assist with personal hygiene needs to include toileting, dressing
• (ADL's and IADL's)
• Assist with mobility, walking, and physical therapy exercises
• Prepare meals and snacks
• Light housekeeping activities
• Dispense medication (if app.)
• Provide companionship
• Assist with errands, shopping, medical appointments
• Assist with community outings recreational
• Effectively communicating with agency Care Team

Qualifications: KSAs

• High School Diploma, GED or 1-2 years of documented (i.e. PCA, CNA, MA-Tech) and verifiable experience working in the Human Service, Health or Medical Field. 12 to 18 months experience working with persons with elderly persons with mental health or
• disabilities in a group home, day support, supportive-in home, hospital, treatment center, community, consumer directed, home health or nursing home setting.
• Previous experience as a Direct Support Professional, Caregiver, Home Health Aide, or similar role related to the Human Service and/or Healthcare field
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation
• Knowledge of basic housekeeping tasks and cooking skills
• Ability to adhere to and implement health and safety guidelines
• Ability to adhere to and implement all policies procedures
• Ability to adhere to and implement all federal, and state/local regulations
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Good oral and written communication skills. Ability to perform simple math skills.
• Ability to lift heaving objects, support in program participants' ambulation
• Compassionate, respectful, ethical
• Ability to read and write
• Knowledge of developmental disabilities and mental health and other related disabilities. Demonstrated skill in working with adults with disabilities.
• Ability to observe the rights and personal dignity of participants served.
• Ability to participate in meetings with other professionals.
• Knowledge of simple nursing care, first aid, behavior management, personal care, hygiene, and environmental hygiene. Ability to teach/support participants eating, bathing, dressing, grooming, and other self-care skills.
• Ability to participate in treatment planning, implement PCP/ISP, and complete proper documentation.
• Ability to observe, record, and properly report participants' behavior, attitude, physical condition, and emergency incident.
• Ability to maintain effective working relationships with participants, family members, and professional contacts.
• Ability to maintain strict confidentiality at all times.
• Ability to maintain professionalism at all times.
• Ability to respond immediately and effectively in emergency situations.
• Possesses a caring and positive attitude; enjoys working with all people.
• Ability to meet areas of competencies as a DSP and specialty areas if app for behavioral and medical needs

NOTE TO APPLICANT: YOU WILL BE REQUIRED TO COMPLETE AN APPLICATION, WHICH CAN BE PICKED UP AT OUR OFFICE IN CHESAPEAKE, VA, For Appointment please call 757-592-9375. or Click Here to complete the documents required.

We are currently looking for a Lead Direct Support Professional and Direct Support Professionals for Community Engagement and Day Support.