Direct Support Professional (DSP)

Pleasant View, Inc. is currently accepting applications for full-time and part-time Direct Support Professionals in Broadway, VA or Harrisonburg, VA. There is a shift differential of $1.00/hour if working anytime between 3:00 PM and 7:00 AM! if eligible to drive an extra $0.25/ hour, medication trained an extra $0.75/ hour, peg tube trained for a specific house an extra $.0.50/ hour.

Basic Duties include:

• Provide support to stimulate a greater degree of independence in each individual given his/her abilities and needs.
• Providing the level of care which best supports the needs of each individual. That care includes, but is not limited to, toileting, bathing, feeding, preparing meals, and household cleaning.
• Monitor for symptoms of illness or dysfunction and report to supervisor.
• Implement all applicable federal, state, and local standards daily.
• Keep accurate and consistent notes.
• Provide professional and accurate communication with family representatives.
• Protect confidentiality and rights of individuals.

Minimum Qualifications: (knowledge, skills, education, and abilities)

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Have a valid driver’s license and an acceptable driving record
• Must be able to pass a drug screen, physical, and criminal & social services background check
• Must be able to relate well to the residents and staff
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, multitask, work in a team setting as well as independently
• Effective oral and written communication
• Ability to access all facilities and areas of all the programs
• Must be able to attend and pass all required trainings
• A desire to help people with developmental disabilities

About the Company:

Pleasant View, Inc. is a nonprofit 501 (C)(3) agency in Rockingham County that provides a variety of residential and day supportive services for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

Our Mission is to supports individuals who have disabilities in living out their goals for meaningful work, relationships, and spiritual development.

Our Vision is that all individuals will have the opportunity to live in and enrich their communities.

Pleasant View Inc offers an excellent benefit package which includes: Health, Dental, Vision, Employer Provided Basic Life, 403B, Tuition Reimbursement, Small Dollar Employer Sponsored Loan Assistance, Sick and Vacation Leave.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: From $16.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Shift availability:

• Night Shift (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Harrisonburg, VA 22802 (Preferred)

Ability to Relocate:

• Harrisonburg, VA 22802: Relocate before starting work (Preferred)

Work Location: In person