Heart Havens seeks a dynamic Direct Support Professional to work at our Bonnie Home in Stuarts Draft, Virginia who embraces our mission of empowerment and shares our values of accountability, integrity, respect, and empathy.

We're looking for Direct Support Professionals who will encourage the people we support to be true members of their communities by helping them connect to community resources and events and motivate them to try new things. At every level of our organization, we look for people who think creatively, are team players, have strong attention to detail, and are passionate about providing inclusive communities for people with a developmental disability.

This Full-time Direct Support Professional position will the following schedule:

schedules subject to change based on Program needs

As a Full-time DSP, you'll empower adults with a developmental disability to live full, vibrant, and happy lives. While you'll provide support for everyday activities, such as meal preparation, you'll also support people as they plan for bigger events, such as trips. You'll support people as they discover what they're passionate about and pursue their dreams. One thing's for sure: You can make a difference at Heart Havens!

Qualifications for a Direct Support Professional:

• Experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities
• Knowledge of basic human physical and psychological needs
• Knowledge and passionate use of person-centered approach
• Knowledge of health and safety precautions
• Demonstrated leadership ability, emotional maturity and patience
• Good verbal and written communication skills
• Proficient typing and computer skills
• Demonstrated flexibility and reliability
• Must be at least 21 years of age, have a valid driver's license and acceptable driving record
• Must have at least a high school diploma or GED
• Required training: Therapeutic Options, 1st Aid/CPR/AED, 32 hour Medical Administration (paid training provided)

Benefits for Direct Support Professionals:

• Vacation & Sick Leave
• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Education Assistance
• Retirement Plan
• Life Insurance & AD&D 
• Long Term Disability Insurance
• Voluntary Insurance 
• Employee Referral Bonuses

In order to be employed as a Direct Support Professional, candidates must comply with state background screening requirements.

Heart Havens is committed to equal access and opportunity for everyone. Heart Havens does not discriminate on the basis of race, ethnicity, color, religious affiliation, national origin, age, sex, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, medical condition, or veteran status in employment, partnership or program delivery.