Hiring DSPs in VA! $20/hr Weekly pay + Benefits!!

The Direct Support Personnel (DSP) assists individuals withintellectual disabilities or mental health challenges with growth anddevelopment of interpersonal skills and Activities of Daily Living in the home,community or residential setting. TheDirect Support Personnel works directly with the resident and provides supportsfor activities of daily living and adaptive skills. The Direct Support Personnel should followthe guidance of the resident/ patients Individual Service Plan.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Support the Special Education Teacher with carrying out lesson plans/activities to help students reach their academic goals.

• Assist the student with the physical tasks such as, using the restroom, hand washing, daily living, etc.

• Support student's by carrying out behavioral strategies (Applied Behavior Analysis) to include:

• Proactive & Reactive Strategies

• Crisis Intervention

• Collect behavioral data based on each students Individualized Education Plan (IEP) and Behavior Intervention Plan (BIP)

• Assist with transportation of students between school and home door-to-door, and during community-based instruction.

• Establish and maintain appropriate interactions with students.

• Maintain a professional attitude and consistent respect towards the students.

Minimum Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent - required

• One more years experience with children (childcare/special needs) - required

If you or anyone you know may be interested, please call or email Mika Zanders at ~~~ ~~~

Benefits

At Amergis, we firmly believe that our employees are the heartbeat of our organization and we are happy to offer the following benefits:

• Competitive pay & weekly paychecks

• Health, dental, vision, and life insurance

• 401(k) savings plan

• Awards and recognition programs

*Benefit eligibility is dependent on employment status.

About Amergis

Amergis, formerly known as Maxim Healthcare Staffing, has served our clients and communities by connecting people to the work that matters since 1988. We provide meaningful opportunities to our extensive network of healthcare and school-based professionals, ready to work in any hospital, government facility, or school. Through partnership and innovation, Amergis creates unmatched staffing experiences to deliver the best workforce solutions.

Amergis is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.