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Support Services of Virginia is seeking Direct Support Professionals to join our team and provide support to people with developmental disabilities in the Hampton Roads area and on the Eastern Shore. The ideal candidate is friendly and positive, open minded and flexible, engaged in the community, and likes to be active. As a Direct Support Professional, you will support people in finding a balance between what is important to and important for them to help them live the lives of their choosing.

Support Services of Virginia is committed to mentoring and supporting its team members as they strive to reach their professional and personal goals. Our commitment to our team members, positive work environment, comprehensive benefits package, and opportunities to make a real difference in someone's life makes SSVA one of the top places to work in Virginia's human services field.

Virtual training and interviews via Zoom will be provided.Urgently hiring for Weekends and Evenings

Compensation

A Direct Support Professional just starting will make $13.50 per hour, however once you are trained and cleared to assist with medications you have the potential to make $14.00 per hour. All certifications will need to be verified.

Team Member Benefits for Direct Support

• Competitive compensation with potential wage increase post-training

• Health, dental, and life insurance

• Paid vacation, holidays, and trainings

• 401K Plan

• Opportunities for professional development and growth

• Employee appreciation and referral programs

Support Services of Virginia is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to diversity in its workforce.

Requirements

• Proof of highest level of education

• Able to pass criminal/registry background checks and tuberculosis screening

• Ability to maintain CPR/First Aid, Medicaid Waiver Certification, and Direct Support Professionals Core Competencies

• Strong communication and time management skills

• Capable of working independently with minimal supervision