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Posted August 01, 2026

Direct Support Professional

United and Empowered
Lynchburg, VA, US Full Time

Job Description

Job Description

NEW HIRE SIGN-ON BONUS:
$250 AFTER 90 DAYS
Additional $250 AFTER 6 MONTHS

AVAILABLE PROGRAM POSITIONS:

DAY SUPPORT:$14 - $15/Hour - 8 am - 5 pm / Mon-Friday

COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT: $14 - $15/Hour - 8 am - 5 pm / Mon-Friday

Duties:

  • Responsible for assisting with the physical care, guidance, and outreach in the Community.
  • Performs activities and duties to help individuals develop acceptable habits and attitudes; helps the individuals meet the outcomes of any service or behavioral plan; ensures daily needs and health and safety of the individual are met; assists individuals with daily hygiene and personal living skills; completes data collection in accordance with the person-centered plan; responds quickly and appropriately to unpredictable behavior and circumstances. Other duties as required. If you are a caregiver, this is the position for you.
  • Our Community Engagement and Community Coaching program gives individuals the opportunity to participate in community activities like training, volunteering, and other activities to build their independence and social skills
  • REQUIREMENTS:
  • ACTIVE AND UP TO DATE DRIVER'S LICENSE
  • High school diploma, GED, or 2 Years of documented experience working with persons with intellectual disabilities, Alzheimer’s, Dementia, Special Ed, etc.
  • DMV record and Social Security Card
  • Must pass criminal background investigation
  • Must be fully vaccinated

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