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FT Direct Support Professional

Hope House Foundation·Norfolk, Virginia

$17 - $23/hr·Full Time·On Site·0-2 yrs·
Posted 23 days ago
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About the role

Assist individuals with developmental disabilities in living their best lives by supporting independence and reaching personal goals. Accompany individuals to community outings, concerts, and amusement parks while providing daily care.

Job DetailsJob Location

  • Granby
  • Norfolk
  • VA -
  • Norfolk,
  • VA 23505Position
  • Type:
  • Full
  • TimeSalary
  • Range: $17.36 - $23.36
  • HourlyJob
  • Category: Nonprofit - Social ServicesMake a Difference – and Get Paid for It! Join our team as FT Direct Support Professional located in the Ocean View area of Norfolk assisting individuals with developmental disabilities live their best lives – all while enjoying a fun, flexible job with room to grow.
  • Why
  • You’ll
  • Love
  • It
  • Here: 🎉 Have Fun – Go to concerts, amusement parks, and community outings with the people you support 🌟 Make an Impact – Help others build independence and reach their goals 📈 Grow Your Career – Free paid training + our Career Pathways Program 🕒 Flexible Schedules – Mornings, Afternoon, evening, and weekend shifts available 💵 Competitive Pay – $17.36–$23.36hr + holiday pay +paid training
  • Shift
  • Options
  • Include:
  • Tuesday through
  • Saturday 2:00 pm - 10:00 pm
  • Perks &
  • Benefits: ✔️ 401(k) ✔️ Health & voluntary benefits (health, dental life; eligibility applies) ✔️ Employee Assistance Program ✔️ Advancement opportunities ✔️12 paid holidays a year ✔️12 paid sick days a year ✔️3 paid personal days a year ✔️Longevity increases
  • What
  • We’re
  • Looking
  • For: ✅ A positive attitude ✅ Dependability ✅ Weekend availability ✅ Passion for helping others Sound like you? Apply today and start making a difference – and a paycheck!
  • QualificationsPaid
  • Training: CPR/First Aid Medication
  • Aide
  • Training
  • DBHDS
  • DSP
  • Orientation
  • Mandt
  • Certification
  • Requirements: Lift up to 50lbs. Valid Driver's License Reliable transportation Satisfactory Criminal Background Check PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS Ability to assist individuals with completing activities of daily living. Experience through education or work history that demonstrates reliability/dependability.
  • Skill to complete satisfactorily: Medication Certification, Medicaid Waiver Certification, First Aid/CPR, Mandt, and other requirements associated with orientation. Ability to work effectively in a team. Ability to make decisions and exercise good judgment. Skill in locating and accessing community resources.

Requirements

Candidates must have a valid driver's license, reliable transportation, and the ability to lift up to 50 lbs. A satisfactory criminal background check and a positive, dependable attitude are required.

  • Teamwork
  • Medication Administration
  • Patient Care
  • Crisis Intervention
  • Decision Making
  • Judgment
  • Community Integration
  • Activities Of Daily Living
  • Direct Support
  • Resource Navigation

Benefits

  • Dental Insurance
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Life Insurance
  • Advancement Opportunities
  • Health Insurance
  • 401(k)
  • Paid Training
  • 12 Paid Holidays Per Year
  • Longevity Increases
  • 12 Paid Sick Days Per Year
  • 3 Paid Personal Days Per Year

Posting details

Employment type
Full Time
Work arrangement
On Site
Experience
0-2 yrs
Salary
$17 - $23/hr
Location
Norfolk, Virginia
Posted
Jul 5, 2026
Application
Employer website
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Hope House Foundation

Hope House Foundation is nonprofit organization providing supportive, independent living services to adults with developmental and intellectual disabilities exclusively in their own homes. We are the only organization in Virginia to provide this type of service; serving the...

Salary listed on 4 jobs
IndustryIndividual and Family Services
TypeNonprofit
Size201-500 employees
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Direct support roles remain steady in Virginia

In Virginia, FT Direct Support Professional roles are typically in steady demand because providers need dependable staff for daily care and support in residential and community settings. These jobs can be competitive because employers often look for candidates with a valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, and the ability to lift up to 50 lbs, along with a satisfactory background check and a positive attitude. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then confirm your schedule, transportation, and physical readiness before applying.

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