Direct Support Professional, Virtual Interview and Fast Hiring Event

St. John's Community Services

. Provide support to persons with intellectual and developmental disabilities in developing or maintaining skills .

Posted 10/19/2026full-timeAnnandale • Virginia • United StatesJunior💰 $19 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in supporting individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities through skill development, advocacy, and community inclusion. Proficient in documenting progress and ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Support For Persons With DisabilitiesCommunity Inclusion AdvocacyMedication Administration CertificationExperience With Community-Based ProgramsAbility To Lift Heavy Objects

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Hard Skills

Skill DevelopmentBehavioral ObservationDaily Activity PlanningDocumentation Of ProgressPersonal Care AssistanceTransportation AssistanceSupervision And TrainingLifting And Transferring IndividualsOperating A Motor Vehicle

Soft Skills

EmpathyCommunicationProblem-SolvingTeam Collaboration

Certifications & Qualifications

Valid Health CertificateState-Issued Driver's License

Industry Keywords

Intellectual DisabilitiesDevelopmental DisabilitiesCommunity ResourcesResidential ServicesEmployment Services

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provide support to persons with intellectual and developmental disabilities in developing or maintaining skills
Observe and respond to the physical, social, behavioral, career, and personal needs of persons served
Advocate for persons served and link them to community inclusion
Assist with household tasks, employment-related tasks, personal care, and daily routines
Provide supervision and training through residential, day, respite, community, and employment services
Administer medication according to procedures after successful state-required certifications
Assist with public transportation or ensure transportation to access community resources
Plan and implement daily activities promoting social inclusion and social capital
Document support, skill acquisition progress, choices, health matters, achievements, and challenges daily
Attend mandated events, workshops, training, investigations, and meetings
Ensure responsible use of personal and agency resources, including vehicles, property, and finances
Perform other assigned duties

Requirements

What you’ll need

High school diploma or G.E.D. required for DC and preferred but not required for VA
One or more years related experience working with persons with disabilities required
Experience in community based programs preferred
Must meet SJCS and funding jurisdiction current requirements for criminal background/records check
Valid health certificate to meet current funding jurisdiction requirements
Valid state-issued driver’s license with current driving record in good standing preferred
Must obtain a valid health certificate as required
Must meet SJCS and funding authority requirements for criminal background and record checks
Ability to lift heavy objects a minimum of 30 pounds
Ability to safely operate a motor vehicle
Ability to lift, transfer, and/or position persons served
Ability to work around aggressive behavior and avoid trips and falls

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, dental, vision, STD, and other benefits and company contributions
Retirement plans
Company paid LTD
Connectivity reimbursements (some employees)
PTO, Vacation, and sick time off
Flexibility
Virtual interview and fast hiring decision
Onboarding process if selected
Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this job