Residential Support Staff - Lexington & Buena Vista, VA Location Openings
Residential Support Staff - Lexington & Buena Vista, VA Location Openings
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Serving Rockbridge County and Bath County & Cities of Buena Vista and Lexington Virginia
ROCKBRIDGE AREA COMMUNITY SERVICES
RACS is currently seeking a motivated qualified individual to work in one of our area residential group homes located in Lexington VA or Buena Vista VA. RACS will provide training supervision and education opportunities specific to the position.
Agency Overview:
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.
Position Overview:
As a Direct Support Professional (DSP) you will:
- Provide handson 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 missiondriven 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 drivers license and safe driving record
Fringe Benefits:
We offer a generous benefits package that includes competitive salaries paid holidays paid time off state retirement health dental and vision plans tuition reimbursement student loan repayment options and much more!
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 6month 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.
Required Experience:
Staff IC
Employment Type
Full-Time
