Caregiver/DSP
Company: A & T Health Care Inc
Location: Mc Lean
Posted on: April 3, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Job Description Job description We are seeking
Direct Support Professionals (DSP) / Caregivers to join our team!
You will assist in the daily care of elderly or disabled
individuals. Responsibilities: Assist clients with daily living
activities Communicate ongoing care results and updates to relevant
parties Collaborate with clients and families for best care
opportunities Maintain a healthy and comfortable living environment
Qualifications: Previous experience in personal care or other
related fields Compassionate and caring demeanor Ability to build
rapport with clients One year of full-time or equivalent part-time
paid or volunteer experience in the care, training, habilitation,
and support of children or adults with a diagnosis of
developmental/intellectual disability. Certification ( If you do
not have any or some of the certifications, we can help you obtain
All of these certifications within a few days. Contact us for
details): Gov issued IDs TOVA First Aid CPR Driver's License/Car TB
test result High school diploma Medication management Direct
Support Professional assists individuals with
developmental/intellectual disabilities with daily living
activities at home or in the community. Their duties may include
making beds, doing laundry, preparing and providing meals.
Knowledge and Abilities: *Knowledge of some of the characteristics
and concepts of Developmental and intellectual Disability, mental
health, health disorders and related physical conditions and
treatment approaches for children. *Knowledge of simple care,
first-aid, behavior management, personal and environmental hygiene.
*Ability to implement and follow the policies and procedures of the
department, facility, or service entity. *Ability to engage in the
care, training, and rehabilitation of physically and mentally
challenged individuals. *Ability to provide basic care, personal
care, and hygiene. *Ability to teach clients eating, bathing,
dressing, grooming, and other self-care skills. *Ability to
participate with professional staff in the design and
implementation of training and programmatic activities. *Ability to
observe the rights and personal dignity of others. *Ability to
observe, record, and report clients' behavior, attitude, and
physical condition. *Ability to perform simple math and communicate
effectively, both orally and in writing. *Ability to maintain
effective working relationships with clients and other employees.
Experience: One year of full-time or equivalent part-time paid or
volunteer experience in the care, training, habilitation, and
support of children or adults with a primary diagnosis of
developmental/intellectual disability and/or secondary diagnosis of
mental health. Job Type: Part-time
Keywords: A & T Health Care Inc, Arlington , Caregiver/DSP, Social Services , Mc Lean, Virginia
