Day Services Specialist

Passionate, motivated, and creative individual needed to provide person centered services to support integrating adults with developmental disabilities in their community in a variety of settings and activities. Duties include supporting individual to participate in various cultural, educational, volunteer, and recreational opportunities. Must be a flexible team player committed to person-centered practices and advocacy. High School Diploma/GED preferred; driving record in good standing required. Full-time position offering competitive salary, extensive training, and a comprehensive benefits package. 18 years of age required; 1-2 years of experience with individuals with developmental disabilitie, including intellectual disabilities.

Benefits

• Flexible work schedule.
• Salary starting at $17.15/hour.
• Hybrid work environment.
• Incentive pay available.
• Health insurance as low as $21.16/month for individuals. Family and dependent plans are also available.
• Sign-on bonus of $500, included in full with the first paycheck.
• Eleven paid holidays.
• Accrue up to 20 days of paid time off (PTO) per year from year one. PTO is immediately available upon accrual.
• Participation in the Virginia Retirement System.
• Use of an agency vehicle while providing services to clientele.
• Professional development assistance provided at no cost.

Essential Functions:

• Responsible for the delivery of person-centered services in community-based settings. Services include Community Engagement, Community Coaching, and Group Day.
• Provides direct support in a regularly scheduled and back up capacity.
• Reports directly to the Day Services Coordinator and/or Assistant Director - Residential and Day Services.
• Provided with formal supervision, ongoing consultation, review of written materials, and observation by the Day Services Coordinator and/or the Assistant Director - Residential and Day Services.

Minimum Requirements:

• Must possess a valid Virginia Driver's License with a positive point balance driving record
• High School Diploma or Equivalent.
• Within the first 12 months of employment, the employee must satisfactorily complete a VA Board of Nursing approved Medication Aide training program and satisfactorily demonstrate administration and supervision of self-administration.
• Experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities required as well as strong teamwork skills and flexibility.