Direct Support Professional

At Vanguard Landing, our Direct Support Professionals play a vital role in helping residents live full, meaningful, and independent lives. We’re looking for compassionate, dependable, and energetic team members who enjoy building relationships, supporting others, and creating a positive environment each day.

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Ability to pass required background screenings and TB screening
• Ability to pass a Functional Capacity Evaluation (FCE)
• CNA, PCA, MA, HHA, or similar caregiving experience/certification preferred
• Experience supporting individuals with intellectual, developmental, physical, or age-related disabilities is a plus

PREFERRED

• CPR Certification up to date

Key Responsibilities

• Support residents with daily routines, personal care, and individualized goals
• Assist with activities of daily living including hygiene, grooming, dressing, and mobility support
• Encourage independence, social engagement, recreation, and community participation
• Help residents prepare for work, appointments, outings, and activities
• Document resident progress and follow individualized support plans (ISPs)
• Maintain a safe, clean, and welcoming living environment
• Respond appropriately to behavioral or crisis situations when needed
• Support residents’ hobbies, interests, and vocational activities
• Work collaboratively with the care team to provide person-centered support

Physical Requirements

• Frequent standing, walking, bending, lifting, and assisting residents throughout the day
• Ability to safely lift up to 40 pounds regularly and more when necessary, with proper support/equipment

This role is ideal for someone who is flexible, team-oriented, compassionate, and passionate about making a meaningful difference in the lives of adults with disabilities. MUST have a great attitude and be ready for a whole NEW type of setting for ALL to enjoy! 

Shift would be either: (Front End = Sun-Wed or Back End = Thur-Sat)

• Morning Shifts 7am-3pm (front end and back end)
• Evening Shifts 3pm-11pm (front end and back end)
• Overnight Shifts 11pm-7am (front end and back end)

Opportunities to pick up other shifts!

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $18.00 - $20.00 per hour

Work Location: In person, Red Mill area of Virginia Beach