Direct Support Professional 1

Job Posting End Date:

Department:

HUMAN SERVICES

Compensation Grade:

G16

Compensation Range & Starting Salary:

Pay Range: $36,940.80-$57,574.40

Starting salary may be negotiable based on qualifications

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

No

About Us:

Recognized as one of America’s Best-In-State Employers for 2024, the City of Virginia Beach is proud to offer a diverse and dynamic work environment. Our workforce plays a crucial role in delivering exceptional government services to both our citizens and fellow City employees. Apply now to join an organization where you truly make a difference.

Job Duties and Preferred Qualifications:

The City of Virginia Beach Department of Human Services is seeking to hire a Direct Support Professional who has experience working with individuals with Developmental / Intellectual Disabilities in a Day Support setting for SkillQuest program. This position is responsible for overseeing day support program rooms and staff, managing caseloads, while assisting the unit supervisor.

And here's the exciting part - the selected candidate will qualify for a $2,500 hiring bonus! **

Duties:

• Provide group day services to adults with developmental/intellectual disabilities, using methods that encourage independence.
• Assist with mobility by working to prevent falls, use of walkers/wheelchairs, transfers, use of mechanical lift
• Oversee client’s health care by monitoring/reporting concerns, seizure management, nutrition/hydration, assistance with medications/treatments, teach good health habits
• Assist clients with personal care (use the bathroom, eating)
• Identify interests of clients and adapt activities to meet needs and increase independence
• Assist with life skills such as cooking, money, hygiene practices, cleaning, advocacy
• Work with clients to develop socialization skills by teaching generally accepted social behaviors, improve communication skills
• Assist with utilizing public and other transportation, avoid exploitation, identify/use community resources, and identifying volunteer opportunities
• Teach emotional regulation skills and work to avoid/defuse crisis situations, prevent harm to self or others, teach anger management/stress reduction techniques
• Implement Individualized Support Plans (ISPs) and Individualized Program Plans (IPPs) under the direction of the group leader and the clinician responsible for the group to assist individuals with reaching personal goals. Documents support provided according to current practices. Provide ongoing input to responsible staff regarding changes needed to ISP/IPP.
• Participate in developing a monthly activity calendar focusing on person-centered group activities. Reads and provides information daily in communication logs/books for assigned individuals.

The City offers a generous benefits package, which includes health, dental and life insurance, retirement and savings plans, maternity paternity and parental leave, holidays and paid leave.

**Hiring bonuses shall only be for new hires of original employment or reemployment as defined in Human Resources Policy No. 5.0.

• $500 will be awarded in the first paycheck.
• $750 will be awarded upon completion of the six (6) month interim performance evaluation with an overall rating of “Meets Expectations”.
• $1,250 will be awarded upon completion of the employee’s one (1) year probationary period and a performance evaluation with an overall rating of “Meets Expectations”.

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 one (1) year of direct client care or customer service-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, Client Services, Direct Support, Disabilities, Intellectual 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. 

The Working Conditions Summary is intended to provide a general overview of the environmental conditions inherent in the job setting, as well as the physical, mental, and sensory requirements necessary to perform the essential functions of the position in the noted job profile.  Please copy and paste the URL below into your web browser to view the Working Conditions Summary for this position.

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Official Job Descriptions:

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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.