Full-Time Direct Support Professional (DSP)

About the role

The Hampton-Newport News Community Services Board (H-NNCSB) is seeking compassionate and dependable Full-Time Direct Care Associates to support adults in various residential and community-based programs.

Responsibilities

• Provide individualized, compassionate care to adults with developmental disabilities, mental illness, or substance use disorders.
• Auxiliary daily living activities as per individualized service plans.
• Offer emotional and behavioral support to program participants.
• Contribute to a safe, positive environment for all program participants.

Requirements

• At least one year of direct care experience with adults with developmental disabilities, mental illness, or substance use disorders.
• A valid driver's license.
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills.
• The ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• Patience, reliability, and a genuine commitment to helping others.

Qualifications

• Must successfully pass a criminal history fingerprint background investigation, DMV record check, Child Registry search, drug screening test, and employment reference checks.

Skills

• Compassion
• Empathy
• Problem-solving
• Communication
• Independence
• Collaboration

Benefits

• 11 Paid Holidays
• Virginia Retirement System (VRS)
• Paid Annual Leave & Sick Leave
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Life and Disability Insurance
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• 403(b) Retirement Plan
• Wellness Incentives

Pay

Annual salary range: $37,799 - $40,091 based on assigned program and shift. Shift Differential: $2.50/hour for evening, overnight, and weekend shifts.

Schedule

Full-time positions are available with morning, afternoon/evening, overnight, and weekend shifts.