Direct Support Professional 2

Job Posting End Date:

Department:

HUMAN SERVICES

Compensation Grade:

G18

Compensation Range & Starting Salary:

Pay Range: $19.58 - $30.52
Starting hourly rate may be negotiable based on qualifications.

This recruitment is posted as open until filled. Applications will be reviewed and interviews conducted ongoingly until a sufficient candidate pool is established.

Job Exempt (If No, Position is eligible for overtime):

No

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Job Duties and Preferred Qualifications:

The City of Virginia Beach Department of Human Services is seeking to hire a Part-Time Direct Support Professional II (DSP) for the West Neck unit in the Developmental Services Division. The ideal candidate will have experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities in a residential setting. 

Specific Duties:

• Implement Person-Centered Individual Support Plans (ISP) for up to 12 assigned participants. 
• Complete all required documentation to show progress or regression towards the participant’s outcomes, activities, and essential supports within the quality and deadlines outlined in regulation and policy by the end of shift.   
• Complete all required billing processes to ensure the program accurately and ethically bills for services provided.
• Maintain the health, safety, and well-being of all participants in the program based on each participant’s ISP. Administer medications as prescribed utilizing the 5 Rights of administration.
• Assist with and/or complete hygiene tasks to include, but are not limited to, showering, bathing, using the restroom, changing protective undergarments, brushing teeth, etc.
• Utilize safety and medical equipment as directed and trained by supervisory staff. Assist with scheduling and attending medical appointments.
• Assist with meal planning and preparation, ensuring all participants receive a well-balanced meal a minimum of three times per day with a morning and afternoon snack option.
• Prepare or review the medication administration record prior to implementation to ensure all entries match the physician’s orders and that all necessary medications are on-site, available, and appropriately labeled.
• Identify, schedule, and support participants to participate in various community integration opportunities. Transport participants with the use of a city vehicle and/or personal vehicle (dependent on program and city vehicle availability).
• Uphold all confidentiality, Human Rights, and Home and Community-Based Service (HCBS) Rights at all times.
• Manage behavioral and crisis situations utilizing Therapeutic Options Techniques.
• Monitors the use and compliance of all financial ledgers being maintained at their assigned site or facility.

Available Shift: Fri-Sat 12:00pm to 10:00pm, Mon 6:30am to 4:30pm

Additional requirements:

• DMV Transcript: Yes

• CDL: No

• Drug & Alcohol Clearinghouse: No

• CPS Check: Yes

• Physical: No

• Respirator: No

• Psychological Screening: No

• Polygraph: No

• At Will: No

Minimum Requirements:

Minimum Qualifications: Requires a High School Diploma or GED and two (2) years of experience working with Intellectually Disabled and/or Developmentally Disabled (ID/DD) clients OR any combination of education and/or related experience. Must have a current and valid driver’s license. Special Requirements: Must be available to work evenings, weekends, holidays, and overtime when required to meet operational needs. Alpha I Status: Positions within this class have been designated as Alpha I positions requiring employees to work during inclement weather, regardless of the City’s operational status.

Skills:

Client Relationship Management, Developmental Disabilities, Direct Support, Disabilities

Working Conditions:

Per HR Policy 6.19, Americans with Disabilities, the City follows the requirements of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) in all hiring and employment decisions. The City shall not discriminate on the basis of disability in its hiring and employment practices. The City shall make reasonable accommodations for the known physical or mental limitations of a qualified applicant or employee with a disability upon request unless the accommodation would cause an undue hardship on the operation of the City’s business. 

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VRS Contribution: All full-time employees are required to contribute 5% of annual salary toward their retirement account; in accordance with VRS retirement provisions. This will be handled through a pre-tax payroll deduction.

Drug Free Workplace: The City of Virginia Beach maintains a drug free workplace.

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Statement: The City of Virginia Beach is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing a diverse and inclusive work environment. We do not discriminate against any applicant or employee on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected status as defined by applicable law.