Job Category : Direct Support Professional

Requisition Number : INSTR003651

Posted : October 26, 2026
Full-Time

Locations
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Richmond Campus
Midlothian, VA 23112, USA

Pay or shift range: $17 USD to $22 USD
The estimated range is the budgeted amount for this position. Final offers are based on various factors, including skill set, experience, location, qualifications and other job-related reasons.

Description
Direct Support Professional - Children's Services

Instructional Assistant

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 an Instructional Assistant, 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.

Under general supervision, Direct Support Professionals in our Education program, participate in the direct care and plan implementation for clients, as prescribed by physician and treatment teams. They assist the Academic Teacher in implementing instructional and therapeutic activities. They may assist with writing lesson plans and preparing instructional materials to support instruction. They assist the Academic Teacher with assessing progress (analysis of data) and modifying teaching techniques to promote achievement of each assigned client’s established goals. They work with clients in residences during academic breaks and holidays. In community-based programs, they provide transportation between the residence and school. They provide supervision, safety and 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; utilize proactive behavioral strategies to minimize client crisis and maximize success. They report to a teacher or program supervisor/ manager.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Health, Safety and Wellness of Clients





Ensures medications are delivered accurately and on time.

Provides for the well-being and safety of clients.

Supports client health and hygiene.

Utilizes infection control procedures.

Reports serious incidents,participatesinreviewsand implements follow-up measures, as applicable.

Individual Plan Implementation

Knows the SNAP(strengths, needs, abilities and preferences), goals/objectives/outcomes and treatment strategies from the current Plans (Treatment Plan, IEP, ISP) of assigned clients.

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 a Supportive and Solution–Focused Environment

Builds trusting, respectful relationships with clients and helps clients do the same.

Demonstrates knowledge about the symptoms andsupportsassociated with diagnoses of assigned clients and a trauma-informed care approach.

Manages behavioral crisis safely.

Collaborates with the Treatment Team to provide continuity of support and care, by communicating and contributing to team discussions and decisions.

Exhibits exemplary customer service with guardians, agency personnel and visitors.

Site Management – Housekeeping, Nutrition, Transportation, Finances

Ensures a safe residence / classroom environment.

Assures a clean and organized residence/classroom.

Promotes good nutrition and, in group homes,assistswith meal preparation.

Provides transportation / community mobility.

Assistswith purchases and is accountable for program and client money, as applicable.

Teamwork and commitment to the mission,valuesand vision of Grafton

Demonstrates knowledge of organization.

Demonstrates the core values of personal integrity and accountability.

Performs other duties, as assigned.





MINIMUM TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE

A bachelor's degree in human services; or an associate's degree and 3 months experience working with children; or be a high school graduate or have a G.E.D. and 6 months experience working with children

Must be 19 years of age

Must pass criminal background check and pre-employment drug screen

Valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record

Demonstratesmoderatecomputer skills – how to log-in, how to navigate the Web for information,how to start and save a document in Microsoft WORD,andhasbasic keyboarding skills.

COMPENSATION

Starting at $17 up to $22 commensurate with experience and qualifications.

Depending on hoursworked you may be eligible for Grafton's shift differential that is currently being offered.

EMPLOYEE BENEFITS

Caring for You, So You can Care for Others

Medical, dental and vision

Flexible Spending & Health Savings Accounts

Employer Paid Life Insurance

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Short-term disability (STD)

Long-term disability (LTD)

Work & Life Harmony: Flexible scheduling and resources to help you thrive at work and at home.

Generous Paid Time Off plan

Retirement Plan with employer match - up to $2,500 annually

Employee Discounts , including:

Legal services and identity theft protection plan

Virtual exercise & coaching

FREE Will preparation services

Stronger Together: Supporting Your Growth & Success

Paid Career Development – Earn while becoming certified in CPR, Ukeru and more!

Education Assistance - up to $5,250 annually

Continuing Education Opportunities

Federal Student Loan Forgiveness eligibility - As a 501(c)(3) nonprofit

Team culture built on support, collaboration, and growth

Referral Bonuses – earn a $1,000 bonus for bringing recent talent to Grafton!

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.

Preferred
Associates or better in Human Services.

Bachelors or better in Human Services.

Equal Opportunity Employer
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