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)
- Experience supporting individuals with intellectual, developmental, physical, or age-related disabilities
- Reliable Transportation
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)
- PRN Shifts: As Needed
With 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
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