Direc Care Associate Full-Time ICF - Hampton-Newport News Community Services Board

Direct Care Associate - ICF Full-time

Salary: $39,305 + 2.50 shift differential for evenings, overnights, and weekends.

Make a real difference in the lives of individuals within our community. We are seeking a passionate Direct Care Associate for our Full-Time ICF position. Work alongside a dedicated team of professionals in a dynamic and rewarding environment, providing essential care and support to individuals with diverse needs. Utilize your skills and expertise to improve their quality of life.

We offer a competitive salary of $39,305 plus a $2.50 shift differential for evenings, overnights, and weekends. Our comprehensive benefits package includes Medical, Dental, Vision, Health Savings Account, Flexible Spending Account, Employee Discounts, and The Virginia Retirement System (VRS).

This position provides unique opportunities to grow professionally while positively impacting others' lives. Collaborate with a dedicated team of professionals in a supportive environment.

Hampton-Newport News Community Services Board: Who We Are

Since 1971, the Hampton-Newport News Community Services Board has provided a comprehensive continuum of high-quality, essential, and community-based services to citizens of the Peninsula who are affected by mental illness, developmental disabilities, and substance use disorders.

Your role as a Direct Care Associate Full-Time

As a Community Services Associate II/Direct Support Professional at Hampton-Newport News Community Services Board, you will be crucial in empowering individuals requiring total care. Working within a group home setting, you will provide personalized training and support to enhance the well-being of individuals with complex medical and physical needs. Your compassionate and empathetic approach will be instrumental in fostering a safe and supportive environment where individuals can thrive. This role offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the lives of those in our care and collaborate with a dedicated team of professionals in a dynamic and fulfilling work environment.

Does this sound like you?

To excel in the role of a Community Services Associate II/Direct Support Professional at Hampton-Newport News Community Services Board, a candidate should possess a strong foundation in understanding mental retardation, autism, and other developmental disabilities. Demonstrated experience in working with adults with disabilities and exceptional oral and written communication skills are essential. Establishing and nurturing positive relationships with clients, families, employers, and fellow service provider staff is critical.

One year of direct care experience working with adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities, mental illness or experience working in an Intermediate Care Facility, CNA a plus-valid Driver's License.

Are you ready for an exciting opportunity?

If you think this full-time job is a good fit for what you are looking for, applying is a snap-just following the instructions on this page. Good luck!

The selected candidate must successfully pass a criminal history fingerprint background investigation, DMV record check, Child Registry search, drug screening test and employment reference checks.