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Direct Support Professional (DSP)

Abundant Professional Services
Newport, VA Part Time
POSTED ON 2/20/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 4/20/2026

Company Description

Abundant Professional Services is a minority-owned HRBP consulting and training firm serving micro, small, and government-sector businesses nationwide.

This Is More Than a Job - It’s Meaningful Work.

Are you someone who believes every person deserves dignity, respect, and the opportunity to live a full life?

Our client, RenewLife LLC is seeking compassionate, dependable, and service-hearted individuals to join our team as Direct Support Professionals (DSPs). This role is ideal for individuals who feel called to support adults with disabilities and want to make a real difference in someone’s daily life.

If you’re looking for purpose, connection, and hands-on impact, this may be the right fit for you.

Job Description

As a DSP, you will:

  • Assist individuals with daily living activities (bathing, dressing, grooming, meals, mobility)
  • Support community involvement, errands, appointments, and life skills development
  • Follow each Individual Support Plan (ISP) with care and attention
  • Monitor health, safety, and behavior and report concerns appropriately
  • Complete daily documentation accurately
  • Maintain professionalism, confidentiality, and healthy boundaries
  • Participate in required trainings and ongoing skill development

You are not just assisting, you are helping someone maintain independence, confidence, and quality of life.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

  • High School Diploma or GED
  • Must be 18 years or older
  • Ability to pass required background clearances (Criminal, OIG, CPS/APS, FBI fingerprinting)
  • Ability to lift/assist up to 50 lbs.

Required Training (Provided):

  • CPR / First Aid
  • HIPAA & Confidentiality
  • Human Rights & Mandated Reporting
  • Infection Control / OSHA
  • Emergency Preparedness
  • ISP & Person-Centered Support
  • Behavioral Intervention / CPI (as required)

Additional Information

Who Thrives in This Role?

  • Patient and calm under pressure
  • Strong communicator
  • Observant and safety-minded
  • Compassionate with healthy boundaries
  • Reliable and dependable

This position is well-suited for:

  • Individuals entering healthcare or human services
  • Students gaining hands-on experience
  • Career changers seeking meaningful work
  • Retirees or second-career professionals who want to give back
  • Full-time, Part-time, Various Shifts available

Compensation & Benefits

$13.50–$15.00 per hour

  • Paid training
  • Real-world healthcare experience
  • Professional development and certifications
  • A supportive team environment
  • The opportunity to build a career in human services

For the right person, the reward is not just in the paycheck; it’s in the impact.

If You’re Ready to Make a Difference

If you believe in treating others with dignity and want to be part of a team that values compassion and accountability, we invite you to apply.

RenewLife LLC is an equal opportunity employer.

Apply today and become part of something meaningful.

 

Salary : $14 - $15

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