Support Specialist

6 days ago


Fredericksburg, Virginia, United States Rappahannock Area Community Services Board Full time
Job Summary

We are seeking a highly motivated and compassionate Support Specialist to join our team at Rappahannock Area Community Services Board. As a Support Specialist, you will play a vital role in providing support and instruction to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities in a residential setting.

Key Responsibilities
  • Provide instruction and guidance to residents in daily living skills and self-care, including hygiene, eating, mobility, and communication skills.
  • Make supportive behavioral interventions to promote positive behaviors and outcomes.
  • Facilitate and support residents in engaging in volunteer, social, and leisure activities.
  • Assist residents with physician appointments and transport them via agency van.
  • Dispense and record resident medications, and physically assist residents with mobility and basic daily living activities.
  • Liaise with family members and other concerned parties on behalf of the residents.
  • Enforce observation of facility/house rules and monitor individual service plans in collaboration with residents, family members, and other service providers.
  • Observe, record, and report residents' daily progress, behaviors, and incidents.
  • Prepare individual service plan documentation and participate in housekeeping and meal preparation activities.
  • Secure the facility per policy and provide overnight awake support, assistance, monitoring, and supervision to residents.
Requirements
  • High School Diploma or equivalent, with coursework in the Behavioral Sciences.
  • Some experience working with intellectually disabled persons.
  • Valid Virginia driver's license, Certification in First Aid/CPR, and Training in Therapeutic Options (THEROPS).
Working Conditions

This position requires the ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment, with a focus on providing high-quality support and services to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. The successful candidate will be able to work independently and as part of a team, with a strong commitment to providing person-centered care.



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