Direct Support Professional II

Department:

HUMAN SERVICES

Compensation Grade:

G18

Compensation Range & Starting Salary:

Pay Range - $40,726.40 - $63,481.60

Starting salary may be negotiable based on qualifications.

Job Exempt (If No, Position is eligible for overtime):

No

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

40

About Us:

Recognized as one of America’s Best-In-State Employers for 2024, the City of Virginia Beach is proud to offer a diverse and dynamic work environment. Our workforce plays a crucial role in delivering exceptional government services to both our citizens and fellow City employees. Apply now to join an organization where you truly make a difference.

Job Duties and Preferred Qualifications:

Turn Passion into Purpose - Start your career as a Direct Support Professional II (DSP II) with the City of Virginia Beach Department of Human Services! We are seeking candidates who are committed to excellence in care and inclusion, with a minimum of one (1) year of experience providing comprehensive care to individuals with developmental disabilities in a residential or long-term care setting.

Why Join Us?

• Competitive Pay and Excellent Benefits, including: health, dental, and life insurance, retirement and savings plans, maternity/paternity and parental care leave, holidays and paid leave accruals, tuition reimbursement, and more.

• Here is the really exciting part! A $2,500 Hiring Bonus** is being offered for this position!

Key Responsibilities:

• Support up to 12 individuals with intellectual disabilities by implementing all aspects of their person-centered plans.

• Assist with daily living activities such as personal hygiene, dressing, meals, and mobility.

• Support skill development by encouraging independence and participation in community and recreational activities.

• Monitor and document individuals’ progress, behaviors, and health status accurately and promptly.

• Manage daily living tasks such as maintaining fund ledgers, personal inventories, and room cleanliness.

• Administer medications accurately and in accordance with established procedures.

• Accompany individuals to medical/dental appointments and complete follow-up documentation.

• Communicate respectfully and professionally with all team members, families, and medical professionals.

• Ensure safety and uphold food, environmental, and human rights standards.

• Identify and respond to crisis situations promptly and appropriately.

Join Our Team

If you're a caring, dependable professional ready to make a meaningful impact, we'd love to hear from you! Apply today and start your rewarding career with the Developmental Services division of the City's Human Services Department.

This recruitment is posted as open until filled. Applications will be reviewed and interviews conducted ongoingly. The requisition will close once a sufficient application pool is established.

Additional requirements:
• DMV Transcript: Yes
• CDL: No
• Drug & Alcohol Clearinghouse: No
• CPS Check: Yes
• Physical: No
• Respirator: No
• Psychological Screening: No
• Polygraph: No
• At Will: No

**Hiring bonuses shall only be for new hires of original employment or reemployment as defined in Human Resources Policy No. 5.0.​

• $500 awarded on your first full paycheck

• $750 after six months with a "Meets Expectations" performance evaluation

• $1,250 after one years with a "Meets Expectations" performance evaluation

Minimum Requirements:

Minimum Qualifications: Requires a High School Diploma or GED and two (2) years of experience working with Intellectually Disabled and/or Developmentally Disabled (ID/DD) clients OR any combination of education and/or related experience. Must have a current and valid driver’s license. Special Requirements: Must be available to work evenings, weekends, holidays, and overtime when required to meet operational needs. Alpha I Status: Positions within this class have been designated as Alpha I positions requiring employees to work during inclement weather, regardless of the City’s operational status.

Skills:

Client Service, Client Services, Developmental Disabilities, Disabilities

Working Conditions:

Per HR Policy 6.19, Americans with Disabilities, the City follows the requirements of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) in all hiring and employment decisions. The City shall not discriminate on the basis of disability in its hiring and employment practices. The City shall make reasonable accommodations for the known physical or mental limitations of a qualified applicant or employee with a disability upon request unless the accommodation would cause an undue hardship on the operation of the City’s business.

The Working Conditions Summary is intended to provide a general overview of the environmental conditions inherent in the job setting, as well as the physical, mental, and sensory requirements necessary to perform the essential functions of the position in the noted job profile. Please copy and paste the URL below into your web browser to view the Working Conditions Summary for this position.

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Official Job Descriptions:

To browse official job descriptions, please access this link - https://virginiabeach.gov/careers/job-descriptions-pay-plans?search=&group=E

VRS Contribution: All full-time employees are required to contribute 5% of annual salary toward their retirement account; in accordance with VRS retirement provisions. This will be handled through a pre-tax payroll deduction.

Drug Free Workplace: The City of Virginia Beach maintains a drug free workplace.

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Statement: The City of Virginia Beach is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing a diverse and inclusive work environment. We do not discriminate against any applicant or employee on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected status as defined by applicable law.