Life Coach/Direct Support Professional (DSP)
Company: Smiles Like Yours
Location: Richmond
Posted on: February 18, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Job Description Description: Direct Support
Professionals work directly with individuals who have intellectual
or developmental disabilities. Day-to-day, they assist individuals
with various daily activities in the day support or residential
setting and provide programming and opportunities for socialization
for members. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Implementing and following the
policies and procedures of the Company. Observing and promoting the
rights and personal dignity of others. Engaging or assisting in the
person-centered care of individuals. Assisting individuals when
entering and exiting vehicles while on community outings, as well
as entering and exiting buildings safely. Maintaining effective
working relationships with individuals and other employees. Setting
up, executing, and breaking down each event. Supporting individuals
with assistance during events. Safely guiding and engaging
individuals in the community to interact with others. Safely
transporting individuals to and from events utilizing company
vehicle. Providing personal care during activities if necessary.
Performs general housekeeping activities. Implementing and
Documenting Individualized Support Plans and Progress Reports.
Applying first aid, CPR and or Tova, when necessary. Attending all
scheduled meetings/training for the well-being of the company.
Administering medication, when necessary. Performs other related
work, as required. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES: Knowledge of
the human services field. Organizational skills. Active listening
skills. Critical thinking skills. Ability to communicate
effectively orally and in writing. Ability to exhibit empathy.
Ability to advocate for the needs and rights of others. Ability to
exhibit cultural competence. Ability to be patient with
individuals/clients and others. EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: High
school diploma or G.E.D. required or equivalent combination of
training and experience. At least one year of experience of working
with individuals with intellectual and development disabilities.
OTHER REQUIREMENTS: Must be on-time to work, reliable, and
dependable. Must possess basic computer skills and be able to use
Microsoft applications. Preferred candidates are those who are
TOVA, CPR, and medication administration certified. Must possess a
valid Virginia Driver’s License in good standing. Must undergo and
successfully pass a background check. PYSICAL CONDITIONS AND NATURE
OF WORK CONTACTS: Must be able to effectively and safely lift and
transport individuals via wheelchair and able to lift, squat, bend,
stoop, and crouch. May interact with the public, other Company
employees, individual/clients’ families, and caseworkers/managers.
EVALUATION: Performance will be evaluated on the ability and
effectiveness with which the incumbent accomplishes the above
responsibilities. Requirements:
Keywords: Smiles Like Yours, Lynchburg , Life Coach/Direct Support Professional (DSP), Social Services , Richmond, Virginia
