Direct Support Professional (Waynesboro)

Valley Community Services Board is looking for compassionate and dedicated people to join our Intermediate Care Facilities (ICF) Team as a Direct Care Professional! Team members work together to foster independence and community engagement for individuals with developmental disabilities in a residential home. Full-time, part-time, and PRN positions are available for all shifts.

VCSB by the Numbers

Based on a third-party employee engagement survey conducted in 2025:

• 77% of employees report being highly engaged.
• 83% of employees report feeling supported by their supervisor
• 83% of employees would recommend working at VCSB to others.
• 79% of employees report they are equipped with the resources needed to effectively perform their jobs effectively.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation program:
• Sign-on bonus of $2,500.00 paid on first paycheck.
• Hourly range from $17.75 - $21.69.
• Competitive pay based on overall experience in the field.
• Shift differentials for 2nd, 3rd, and weekend-only shifts.
• Up to $350/month retention stipend.
• 14 paid holidays, with double pay provided for holiday shifts.
• Health insurance as low as $40/month for individuals. Family and dependent plans are also available.
• Accrue up to 20 days of paid time off (PTO) per year from year one. PTO is immediately available upon accrual.
• Participation in the Virginia Retirement System.
• Professional development assistance provided at no cost.

Summary of Essential Functions

• Provides direct, daily support to individuals with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities in both residential and community settings.
• Monitors clients’ progress toward their personal goals, giving assistance as needed.
• Maintains a thorough understanding of and assists with the implements person-centered plans.
• Collaborates with an interdisciplinary team to ensure client needs are understood and served.
• Assists with household tasks as needed, such as food preparation and cleaning.
• Works with teammates to ensure a safe, healthy environment within the home.

Minimum Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Satisfactory completion of Direct Care Professional and Medication Administration training courses within one year of hire.
• Once hired, must maintain certification in CPR/First Aid and other required trainings.
• Must pass required pre-employment screenings, including, but not limited to, criminal history and experience verification.

Preferred Qualifications

• A Virginia driver’s license with at least 0 points.

Physical & Environmental Requirements

• Stand, squat, sit, bend, stoop, stretch.
• Lift at least 25% of body weight.
• Assist with wheelchair transfers and push a wheelchair.
• Facilitate client transition from laying down, sitting, or other positions with or without supports.
• Work in an environment where latex or food-based allergens may be present.
• Assist with meal preparation, service, and clean-up.
• Submit to a tuberculosis screening.