Direct Support Professional Full Time - Enjoy a rewarding and challenging position with a nonprofit organization that has been helping educate, train and provide employment opportunities for individuals with disabilities since 1955. We are currently seeking applicants for two (2) full time Direct Support Professionals at our Tidewater Drive, Norfolk location.

Essential duties include; responsible for daily transportation services,: providing assistance with personal care and training; work with individuals as part of a team, 1 to 1, and in groups; develop and implement individualized service plans; enhance community integration by facilitating community outings; completing required documentation and attending required staff training. Must be available to work between the hours of 8:00 am and 4:30 pm Monday thru Friday.

Qualified applicants must have the physical stamina to provide assistance to participants and communicate orally and in writing. Must be able to lift 50 lbs., push, pull, and bend and be able to stand for two or more hours. A Bachelor degree in Human Services is preferred but not required. Experience using Microsoft Office. Experience with individuals with intellectual disabilities. Must be able to drive a multi-passenger vehicle. Pre-employment drug testing, clearance through criminal background investigation, and acceptable driving record required.

Interested applicants should click here to apply on line. Proof of acceptable driving record must accompany application to be considered.

E.O.E./Affirmative Action Employer. E.O.E./Affirmative Action Employer- prohibits discrimination against qualified protected veterans and against qualified individuals on the basis of disability, and requires affirmative action by covered prime contractors and subcontractors to employ and advance in employment qualified protected veterans and qualified individuals with disabilities. Deadline to apply is Friday April 22, 2016.