Residential Support Specialist - Medical PT - 4331-5-9.#
About the role
This position assists adults with developmental disabilities who may also have significant medical or behavioral challenges on a day-to-day basis. Areas of assistance include, but are not limited to routine personal care needs, social support, and physical assistance in a wide range of daily living activities. Working as a Direct Support Professional (DSP), this position ensures that individuals living in a PCS specialized group home receive individualized care, maintain dignity, and enjoy a safe comfortable home environment while leading a self-directed life in their own community.
Requirements
- Must be at least 18 years of age
- High school diploma or GED
- Additional education or experience in human services fields preferred
- Basic computer skills
- Good patient documentation skills
- Valid driver’s license and safe driving record
- Reliable ability to transport self to worksites, trainings, and meetings
- Willing to consent to background checks, including checks for barrier crimes, and drug screening
Qualifications
- Experience with individuals with intellectual/developmental disabilities
- Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) experience is a plus but not required
Schedule
- Multiple shifts needed
- Rotating weekend availability may be required
About Piedmont Community Services
Piedmont Community Services (PCS), or officially the Piedmont Regional Community Services Board, is one of 40 community services boards across the Commonwealth of Virginia that provide behavioral health, developmental disability, substance use, crisis, prevention, residential and housing services. We serve the counties of Franklin, Patrick, and Henry, and the City of Martinsville, Virginia. PCS is committed to engaging the community and providing services to improve the quality of life and mental health of individuals seeking our services.