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Platts Family Residential Services

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Direct Support Professional

Hampton, VA · On-site

$17.50/hr

DSPs assist clients with daily living activities, promote independence, ensure safety, and support community involvement while maintaining dignity and respect for each individual served. Essential ...

Platts Family Residential Services

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Direct Support Professional

Hampton, VA · On-site

$17.50/hr

DSPs assist clients with daily living activities, promote independence, ensure safety, and support community involvement while maintaining dignity and respect for each individual served. Essential ...

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Program Operations Manager

Winchester, VA

$63K - $90K/yr

Ensures that DSPs provide for the health, safety, welfare and progress of individuals. Guide DSPs in using effective interactions designed to improve well-being, promote progress toward goals ...

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How much do dsps jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 11, 2026, the average hourly pay for dsps in Virginia is $23.95, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $15.24 and $27.40 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Direct Support Professional (DSP), and why are they important?

To thrive as a Direct Support Professional, you need a foundational understanding of caregiving, basic health and safety protocols, and typically a high school diploma or equivalent. Familiarity with documentation systems, first aid/CPR certification, and sometimes specialized training in developmental disabilities are often required. Patience, empathy, strong communication, and problem-solving skills help DSPs build trust and effectively support individuals with disabilities. These abilities ensure the well-being, dignity, and independence of those they support, fostering a positive and safe environment.

What are some common challenges Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) face when supporting individuals with disabilities, and how can they effectively manage them?

Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) often encounter challenges such as managing behavioral outbursts, communicating with individuals who have limited verbal skills, and balancing the needs of multiple clients. To address these, DSPs can utilize person-centered approaches, participate in ongoing training, and collaborate closely with interdisciplinary teams including therapists and healthcare providers. Building strong relationships with clients and maintaining open communication with families and supervisors also help DSPs navigate daily challenges effectively and provide high-quality support.

What is the difference between Dsps vs Pharmacists?

AspectDspsPharmacists
Required CredentialsPharmacy technician certification, state registrationDoctor of Pharmacy (PharmD), state licensure
Work EnvironmentPharmacy settings, hospitals, retail storesPharmacies, hospitals, clinics
Industry UsageAssist pharmacists, prepare medicationsDispense medications, patient counseling

Dsps (Drug Store Pharmacists) and pharmacists both work in pharmacy settings, but pharmacists hold advanced degrees and licensure, allowing them to dispense medications and provide patient care. Dsps typically assist pharmacists with medication preparation and customer service. The main difference lies in their responsibilities and credentials, with pharmacists having a broader scope of practice.

What are DSPs (Direct Support Professionals)?

Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) are caregivers who assist individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities in their daily lives. They help clients with activities such as personal care, meal preparation, medication management, and community integration. DSPs also support individuals in developing social, communication, and life skills to promote greater independence and quality of life. Their role is crucial in ensuring the safety, dignity, and well-being of those they support.
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Community Based Care

Roanoke, VA • On-site

$14.75 - $18/hr

Full-time

Posted 29 days ago

Job description

Overview
Sat & Sun 8a-6p
Sat & Sun 12p-3p
Sat and Sun 8am-9pm or any other combination of hours within that time frame
DSPs play an important part in helping the people we serve live their best lives with meaning and dignity. DSPs are representatives of Amivie and are expected to create and maintain professional, positive, and nurturing relationships with person served and established support systems. It's important that DSPs must be comfortable and willing to be a vital part of providing individualized care to those we serve.
DSPs provide direct care, skill building support, and offer opportunities to individuals diagnosed with Intellectual Disabilities or Developmental Disabilities, mental health and/or substance abuse in the following areas; motor skills, communication skills, socialization skills, personal self-care or activities of daily living (ADLs), adaptive behaviors, and the execution of planned active treatment goals, electronic documentation, medication management, feeding/meal preparation, and interaction with individuals .
Responsibilities
  • Assist the individuals with goal completion as documented in the individualized support plan.
  • Provide assistance with Activities of Daily Living (ADLs); (i.e. bathing, grooming, brushing teeth, toileting, feeding, preparing meals, etc.) based on individual needs/person centered plan.
  • Safely transport Individual(s) in company or personally owned vehicles.
  • Accompany the Individual(s) as needed to community integration activities.
  • Complete all required documentation in the electronic health record (EHR) timely.
  • Actively engage with Individual(s) in their home and community
  • Uphold, respect, and advocate for Individual rights at all times.
  • Ensure compliance with HIPAA regulations and maintain the confidentiality and privacy of Individual information at all times.
  • Adhere to company policies and core values to foster a professional and supportive environment.
  • Establish and uphold appropriate professional boundaries in all interactions, ensuring that relationships remain ethical, objective, and focused on individual and organization goals.
  • DSP's are mandated reporters and legally required to immediately report any suspicion of abuse, neglect or exploitation.
  • Administer prescribed medication(s) upon completion of training.
  • Must be proficient with technology.
  • Must remain awake and alert for the duration of all shifts.
  • Must be able to perform physical demands of the position (i.e. lifting, transfers).
  • Other duties as assigned.

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Qualifications
  • Minimum of High School Diploma or GED (General Equivalency Diploma)
  • Must be at least 18 years old
  • Valid driver's license in good standing
  • Must have reliable transportation
  • Must successfully complete all background checks
  • Must successfully complete health screening (TB screening)
    • (may vary based on State/Programing requirements)
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About Community Based Care

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Community Based Care (CBC) is a statewide child welfare reform initiative launched by the Florida Department of Children and Families (DCF). Rather than relying solely on DCF caseworkers, CBC contracts with local, nonprofit “lead agencies” (19 across Florida) to manage all aspects of foster care and related child protection services in their regions. These lead agencies (e.g. ChildNet in Broward/Palm Beach, Children’s Network of Hillsborough in Circuit 13, Family Support Services in Jacksonville) are embedded in their communities, responsible for intake, placement, therapy, adoption, prevention, and performance reporting. The goal is safer, more accountable, locally‑tailored child welfare services and permanent family outcomes.

Industry

Health care and social assistance

Company size

51 - 200 Employees

Headquarters location

Raleigh, NC, US

Year founded

2015

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