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Residential Support Staff

Rockbridge Area Community Services·Lexington, Virginia

$16 - $17/hr·Full Time·On Site·0-2 yrs·Posted 1 month ago
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About the role

Provide hands-on assistance with daily living activities and medication administration for residents in group homes. Support individuals in living independently through recreational activities and detailed care plan documentation.

Residential Support Staff

Location

  • 241
  • Greenhouse
  • Road,
  • Lexington,
  • VA
  • Employer:
  • Rockbridge
  • Area
  • Community
  • Services (RACS)
  • Group
  • Home
  • Locations: Lexington and Buena Vista, VA

Position Overview

As a Direct Support Professional (DSP), you will

  • Provide hands-on assistance with daily living activities, including bathing, dressing, meals, and light housekeeping
  • Offer encouragement and support to help individuals live as independently as possible
  • Engage residents in fun recreational activities and community outings
  • Complete daily documentation and ensure compliance with care plans
  • Administer medications as needed (training provided)
  • Be a part of a dynamic, mission-driven team that makes a lasting impact every day!

Qualifications

  • High school graduate/GED preferred.
  • Experience working with adults that have developmental disabilities required
  • CNA experience desired but not required
  • Strong communication, documentation, and organizational skills
  • Energetic, positive, enthusiastic, and adaptable problem solver
  • Must be 18+ with valid driver's license and safe driving record

Why Join RACS?

Rockbridge Area Community Services strives to impact our local community through innovative behavioral health, substance use and developmental services. Utilizing exceptionally qualified staff from diverse backgrounds we strive to enhance lives and promote whole health wellness through a vast array of supportive services! We have been providing services throughout Rockbridge and Bath counties and the cities of Lexington and Buena Vista since 1982.

  • We offer a supportive work environment, competitive salary, and a comprehensive benefits package, including:
  • Competitive Pay
  • Overnight Shift Differential
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Student Loan Repayment Assistance
  • State Retirement Plan
  • Health, Dental & Vision Insurance
  • Paid Time Off & Holidays

Background Investigation Requirements

All applicants are subject to a background investigation. Investigations may include fingerprint checks (State Police); local agency checks; employment verification; verification of education (relevant to employment); and other checks based on the position.

Probationary Period

All persons that are newly hired, rehired, transferred, promoted, or demoted into a Rockbridge Area Community Services position must serve a new 6-month probationary period.

RACS is an EEO employer and is committed to supporting workforce diversity, equitable opportunities, and inclusivity. Reasonable accommodations are available upon request. RACS values our Veterans and encourages all to apply. AmeriCorps, Peace Corps, and other nation service alumni are also encouraged to apply.

Benefits

  • Dental Insurance
  • Paid Time Off
  • Health Insurance
  • Vision Insurance
  • Holidays
  • Competitive Pay
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Student Loan Repayment Assistance
  • State Retirement Plan

Posting details

Employment type
Full Time
Work arrangement
On Site
Experience
0-2 yrs
Salary
$16 - $17/hr
Location
Lexington, Virginia
Posted
Jun 17, 2026
Application
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Hiring organization

Rockbridge Area Community Services

Rockbridge Area Community Services Board provides behavioral health, substance use, and developmental services. We strive to enhance lives and promote whole health wellness through a vast array of supportive services, including prevention. Our exceptionally qualified staff...

Salary listed on 4 jobs
IndustryMental Health Care
TypeGovernment Agency
Size51-200 employees
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