What are the responsibilities and job description for the Direct Support Professional or CNA or Patient Care Aide position at Guardian Residential Services Llc?
Direct Support Professional (DSP) / Caregiver / CNA
Position Summary
Location: Haymarket, VA 20169
Pay Rate: $21.00 - $23.00 per hour
Schedule: Thursday & Friday: 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM and Saturday: 11:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Pay Rate: $21.00 - $23.00 per hour
Schedule: Thursday & Friday: 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM and Saturday: 11:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Position Summary
We are seeking a compassionate, dependable, and energetic Direct Support Professional (DSP), Caregiver, Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), or Patient Care Aide to provide one-on-one support to a young adult with developmental and complex medical needs in a home and community-based setting. This rewarding role focuses on promoting independence, enhancing quality of life, supporting daily living activities, and encouraging meaningful participation in the community.
Essential Responsibilities
- Provide direct care and support with personal care, hygiene, meal preparation, and activities of daily living.
- Assist with medication administration and health-related tasks as trained.
- Support mobility, transfers, and safe use of adaptive equipment.
- Encourage independence, social engagement, and community participation.
- Accompany and support the individual during recreational, educational, and community activities.
- Assist with communication using adaptive communication devices (training provided).
- Support behavioral, social, and life-skill development goals.
- Maintain accurate documentation and follow agency policies and procedures.
- Foster a positive, respectful, and person-centered environment.
Required Qualifications
- Valid driver's license and reliable transportation.
- Ability to pass required background checks.
- Willingness to complete agency onboarding and training requirements.
- Ability to provide personal care assistance.
- Strong communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills.
- Dependable, patient, compassionate, and professional attitude.
- Comfortable working in a home with a service dog.
- Ability to meet the physical demands of the position, including assisting with transfers and mobility support.
Preferred Qualifications
- Previous experience supporting individuals with intellectual, developmental, or physical disabilities.
- Background in nursing, healthcare, occupational therapy, speech therapy, recreational therapy, education, or childcare.
- Experience providing patient care in home, community, hospital, nursing home, or assisted living settings.
Salary : $18 - $23