Direct Support Professional - Adult Service Job Category : Direct Support Professional
Requisition Number : DIREC003471
Posted : May 29, 2026
Full-Time
Hourly Range : $16 USD to $20 USD
Locations Showing 1 location
Richmond Campus
Midlothian, VA 23112, USA

Description Direct Support Qualified - Adult Services
Community Living Coach
Support, Strength, and Compassion in Every Interaction
At Grafton Integrated Health Network, we’re guided by a shared purpose: helping individuals overcome barriers to live meaningful, fulfilling lives. As a Lead Mental Health Technician, your meaningful impact comes through hands-on support, encouragement, and the daily care that fosters growth and stability. You’ll thrive within a culture of teamwork and collaboration, surrounded by professionals who value your compassion and commitment. And because we care for you so you can care for others, we provide ongoing training, mentorship, and support to help you succeed.
Join us - and experience the deep fulfillment of knowing your work truly makes a difference!
Be part of a team that leads with heart and grit, the Grafton way—where compassion and clinical excellence come together to change lives.
TheDirect Support Professional-Adultprogram,participatesin the direct care and plan implementation for clients,as prescribed byphysician and treatment teams. They provide supervision,safetyand crisis management for the client population; complete documentation of client behavior and participation in programming; adhere to the scheduled activities; role model positive, mature behavior;utilizeproactive behavioral strategies to minimize client crisis and maximize success.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS




Ensures the health,safetyandwellness of Clients
Supports client health and hygieneandutilizesinfection control procedures.
Reports serious incidents,participatesinreviewsand implements follow-up measures, as applicable.
Follows and administers the individual plan for clients to include understanding ofSNAP (strengths, needs,abilitiesand preferences), goals/objectives/outcomes and treatment strategies from the current Plans (Treatment Plan, IEP, ISP) of assigned clients.
Collaborates with the Treatment Team to provide continuity of support and care, by communicating and contributing to team discussions and decisions
Promotes clients’ achievement of behavioral goals by implementingthe behaviorstrategies and teaching alternative behaviors, asindicatedin the Treatment Plan/IEP/ISP.
Actively instructs assigned clients so they can achieve education/residential goals andobjectivesor ID Waiver outcomes.
Collects and documents behavioral and instructional data, accurately and reliably.Documents servicesdeliveredaccurately andin a timely manner.
Maintainsa high levelof engagement with and monitoring of clients. Implements planned activities throughout theworkday.
Provides asupportive andsolution–Focused Environmentthrough building trust, respect, and good relationships with clients




Manages behavioral crisis safely.
Oversees site management to include housekeeping, nutrition, andtransportation.
Assistswith purchases and is accountable for program and client money, as applicable
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
18 years of age
High school diploma or GED
Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record.
Demonstrates moderate computer skills - how to log-in, how to navigate the web for information, how to start and save document in Microsoft, and has basic keyboarding skills.
COMPENSATION
$16.00-$20.00 based on experience
AVAILABLE SCHEDULES
Requires afternoon, evening and weekend availability
EMPLOYEE BENEFITS
Medical, dental and vision
Flexible Spending & Health Savings Accounts
401(k), including an employer match
Generous Paid Time Off plan
Education Assistance
Life Insurance
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Short-term disability (STD)
Long-term disability (LTD)
As Grafton is a 501(c)(3) non-profit, you may be eligible for federal student loan forgiveness
If you require a reasonable accommodation or need assistance with the application or interview process please contact us at [email protected]
Grafton is an equal employment opportunity employer and tobacco-free workplace.
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Qualifications Education Required GED or better in General Studies.
High School or better in General Studies.
Equal Opportunity Employer
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📌 Direct Support Professional - Adult Service (British Columbia)
🏢 Grafton
📍 British Columbia