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Direct Support Professional - CNAs & LPNs

DREAM CENTER LLC
  • Hampton, VA
  • Full-time
8 days ago

Job Description

Benefits:
  • 401(k)

Department: Residential Services


Reports To: Manager/CEO - Maurice Hawkins


FLSA Status: Exempt

Employment: Full-Time & Part-Time


Job Summary: The Direct Support Professional - One (DSP-1 - CNAs & LPNs) provides direct care, supervision, and skill-building support to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) living in a group home setting under the Virginia Medicaid Waiver. The DSP-1 helps individuals achieve personal goals, maintain health and safety, and live as independently as possible in accordance with person-centered plans and DBHDS standards.


Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
  • Provide individualized support and supervision in accordance with each individual’s Individual Service Plan (ISP).
  • Assist with activities of daily living (ADLs), including bathing, dressing, toileting, eating, and mobility.
  • Implement and document ISP goals, progress notes, behavioral data, and daily logs in a timely and accurate manner.
  • Support individuals in meal preparation, household cleaning, laundry, and other homemaking tasks.
  • Administer medications as trained and approved, and complete Medication Administration Records (MARs) per policy.
  • Support individuals in attending medical appointments, community outings, employment, and recreational activities.
  • Maintain a clean, safe, and supportive environment in compliance with DBHDS licensing regulations and health/safety standards.
  • Promote skill development and independence in areas such as self-care, money management, social interaction, and communication.
  • Manage challenging behaviors using positive behavior supports and agency-approved interventions (e.g., TOVA techniques).
  • Report incidents, injuries, illnesses, or unusual occurrences immediately to the supervisor (Maurice Hawkins).
  • Advocate for individuals' rights, preferences, and needs while promoting dignity and respect at all times.
  • Follow emergency procedures and remain calm and responsive during crisis situations.
  • Attend mandatory training and maintain certification in CPR/First Aid, Medication Administration, and behavior intervention strategies.
  • Communicate effectively with team members, families, medical professionals, and external agencies.
  • Answer to monthly safety checks.
Qualifications:
  • High School Diploma or GED required.
  • At least 18 years of age.
  • Valid Virginia driver’s license with acceptable driving record (if transporting individuals).
  • Ability to pass a Criminal Background Check, Drug Screening, and DSS Central Registry Check.
  • Must be able to complete and maintain certifications as required by Virginia Medicaid Waiver and DBHDS:
    • CPR/First Aid
    • Medication Administration 
    • TOVA or other approved behavioral intervention training
    • Person-Centered Thinking
    • Human Rights / HIPAA
    • CNA or LPN Certifications/Licenses
Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) & Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) Responsibilities: 
  • Medication Administration Records (MAR Books)
    • Maintain accurate, organized, and up-to-date MAR books for each client.
    • Ensure all medication records are properly completed in accordance with assigned responsibilities and applicable regulations.
  • Documentation Audits
    • Conduct routine audits of client records to ensure accuracy, completeness, and compliance with established policies and procedures.
    • Identify and promptly report any missing, incomplete, or incorrect documentation.
  • Weekly MAR Reports
    • Complete and submit weekly reports for each client's MAR book.
    • Review records for accuracy and report any discrepancies to the appropriate supervisor.
  • Physician's Orders
    • Ensure all physician's orders are current, properly documented, and updated as needed.
    • Communicate changes in physician's orders to the appropriate staff members to ensure continuity of care.
  • Medical Appointments & Scheduling
    • Ensure all scheduled doctor's appointments are accurately entered and updated on each client's calendar.
    • Document appointment dates, times, and relevant follow-up instructions.
  • Feeding & Nutritional Assistance
    • Provide assistance with feeding clients as needed.
    • Ensure clients receive appropriate meals and nutritional support according to their individualized care plans.
    • Monitor and report any concerns regarding food intake or feeding difficulties.
  • Personal Care & Hygiene
    • Assist clients with changing, toileting, incontinence care, and personal hygiene as needed.
    • Maintain each client's cleanliness, comfort, and dignity.
    • Accurately document the date and time personal care services are provided, in accordance with documentation requirements.
Physical Requirements:
  • Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. and perform physical interventions if needed.
  • Must be able to stand, walk, bend, push, pull, and kneel during shift.
  • Ability to stay alert and awake during overnight or extended shifts.
Skills & Competencies:
  • Compassionate, patient, and respectful demeanor.
  • Ability to follow instructions and work independently or as part of a team.
  • Good written and verbal communication skills.
  • Time management and problem-solving skills.
  • Understanding of confidentiality, boundaries, and professional ethics.

Numbers & Facts

LocationHampton, VA
Job TypeFull-time

Skills

  • Activities of Daily Living (ADLs)unmatched
  • Auditingunmatched
  • Background Investigationunmatched
  • Behavioral Interventionunmatched
  • CPR Certificationunmatched
  • Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)unmatched
  • Communication Skillsunmatched
  • Cook Dishesunmatched
  • Customer Support/Serviceunmatched
  • Develop and Maintain Customersunmatched
  • Developmental Disabilitiesunmatched
  • Documentationunmatched
  • Driver's Licenseunmatched
  • Emergency Proceduresunmatched
  • Environmental Complianceunmatched
  • First Aidunmatched
  • HIPAA (Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act)unmatched
  • Health Maintenanceunmatched
  • Health Planunmatched
  • High School Diplomaunmatched
  • Home Economicsunmatched
  • Internet Service Providersunmatched
  • Laundryunmatched
  • Licensed Practical Nurse/Licensed Vocational Nurseunmatched
  • Licensing Complianceunmatched
  • Lift/Move 50 Poundsunmatched
  • Medicaidunmatched
  • Medication Administrationunmatched
  • Medicationsunmatched
  • Organizational Skillsunmatched
  • Personal Careunmatched
  • Policy Developmentunmatched
  • Presentation/Verbal Skillsunmatched
  • Problem Solving Skillsunmatched
  • Procedure Developmentunmatched
  • Records Managementunmatched
  • Regulationsunmatched
  • Regulatory Complianceunmatched
  • Safety Standardsunmatched
  • Safety/Work Safetyunmatched
  • Team Playerunmatched
  • Time Managementunmatched
  • Writing Skillsunmatched

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