Direct Support Professional NFT (62048)
Volunteers of America Chesapeake & CarolinasHighlight
Summary
About the Role
About You
- Minimum of a high school diploma, GED, and/or IEP.
- At least 1 year of experience working in the field of intellectual/developmental disabilities.
- Must pass all state-required trainings and new hire orientation classes.
- Computer skills required for documentation.
- Clear and professional written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to pass relevant local and state background checks and drug testing requirements.
- Experience in a residential setting serving people with intellectual/developmental disabilities.
- Experience working with medically fragile individuals or those with physical limitations.
- Medication Administration Certification.
Benefits
- Comprehensive training and ongoing professional development.
- Supportive work environment with opportunities for advancement.
Volunteers of America Chesapeake & Carolinas (“VOACC”) is a faith-based, nonprofit organization whose mission is to inspire self-reliance, dignity, and hope through housing, health and human services. Founded in 1896 in Baltimore, MD by social reformers, Ballington and Maud Booth, we were one of the first of over 30 affiliates of Volunteers of America – one of the nation’s largest and most comprehensive human services organizations. Together we touch the lives of 1.5 million people in over 400 communities in 46 states each year, including the District of Columbia and Puerto Rico. At VOACC, we have been helping to create Healthy Communities for All for over 125 years by aligning housing, health and human services. We actively pursue health equity by filling the gap in housing and care for underserved populations, including those who are experiencing homelessness, low-income, underinsured or uninsured, justice-involved and veterans. Through a dedicated team of management, staff and volunteers who are guided by our Core Values – Visionary, One Body, Integrity, Compassion, Excellence, and Faith – we are the safety net for thousands of men, women and children each year across Maryland, the District of Columbia, Virginia and the Carolinas.