Grafton Schools, Inc.
Direct Support Professional - Community Living Coach
Grafton Schools, Inc., Winchester, Virginia, United States, 22603
Direct Support Professional - Community Living Coach
Job Category : Direct Support Professional
Requisition Number : DIREC003408
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Posted : January 14, 2026
Full-Time
Locations Winchester Employment Opportunities 3150 Shawnee Dr Winchester, VA 22601, USA
The Community Living Coach Adult Services, participates in the direct care and plan implementation for clients, as prescribed by physician and treatment teams. 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.
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.
Reports serious incidents, participates in reviews and implements follow-up measures, as applicable.
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 implementing the behavior strategies and teaching alternative behaviors, as indicated in the Treatment Plan/IEP/ISP.
Actively instructs assigned clients so they can achieve education/residential goals and objectives or ID Waiver outcomes.
Collects and documents behavioral and instructional data, accurately and reliably.
Documents services delivered, accurately and in a timely manner.
Maintains a high level of engagement with and monitoring of clients. Implements planned activities throughout the work day.
Provides a Supportive and Solution–Focused Environment
Builds trusting, respectful relationships with clients and helps clients do the same.
Demonstrates knowledge about the symptoms and supports associated 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, assists with meal preparation.
Provides transportation / community mobility.
Assists with purchases and is accountable for program and client money, as applicable.
Teamwork and commitment to the mission, values and vision of Grafton
Demonstrates knowledge of organization.
Demonstrates the core values of personal integrity and accountability.
Performs other duties, as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications:
High School diploma or GED required
Must be 18 years of age
Valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record required
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.
Must pass criminal background check and pre-employment drug screen
Three months experience working with adults in a volunteer or paid capacity, preferred
COMPENSATION
Starting at $16 up to $20/hour based on years of experience.
Depending on hours worked you may be eligible for Grafton's shift differential that is currently being offered.
EMPLOYEE BENEFITS
Medical, dental and vision
Flexible Spending & Health Savings Accounts
401(k), including an employer match up to $2,500 annually
Generous Paid Time Off plan
Education Assistance up to $5,250 annually
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 have issues applying or have any questions about this position, please reach out to us at hr@grafton.org.
Grafton is an equal employment opportunity employer and tobacco-free workplace.
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Qualifications Skills Behaviors Motivations Education Required GED or better in General Studies.
High School or better in General Studies.
Experience Licenses & Certifications Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.
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Requisition Number : DIREC003408
Apply now
Posted : January 14, 2026
Full-Time
Locations Winchester Employment Opportunities 3150 Shawnee Dr Winchester, VA 22601, USA
The Community Living Coach Adult Services, participates in the direct care and plan implementation for clients, as prescribed by physician and treatment teams. 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.
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.
Reports serious incidents, participates in reviews and implements follow-up measures, as applicable.
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 implementing the behavior strategies and teaching alternative behaviors, as indicated in the Treatment Plan/IEP/ISP.
Actively instructs assigned clients so they can achieve education/residential goals and objectives or ID Waiver outcomes.
Collects and documents behavioral and instructional data, accurately and reliably.
Documents services delivered, accurately and in a timely manner.
Maintains a high level of engagement with and monitoring of clients. Implements planned activities throughout the work day.
Provides a Supportive and Solution–Focused Environment
Builds trusting, respectful relationships with clients and helps clients do the same.
Demonstrates knowledge about the symptoms and supports associated 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, assists with meal preparation.
Provides transportation / community mobility.
Assists with purchases and is accountable for program and client money, as applicable.
Teamwork and commitment to the mission, values and vision of Grafton
Demonstrates knowledge of organization.
Demonstrates the core values of personal integrity and accountability.
Performs other duties, as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications:
High School diploma or GED required
Must be 18 years of age
Valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record required
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.
Must pass criminal background check and pre-employment drug screen
Three months experience working with adults in a volunteer or paid capacity, preferred
COMPENSATION
Starting at $16 up to $20/hour based on years of experience.
Depending on hours worked you may be eligible for Grafton's shift differential that is currently being offered.
EMPLOYEE BENEFITS
Medical, dental and vision
Flexible Spending & Health Savings Accounts
401(k), including an employer match up to $2,500 annually
Generous Paid Time Off plan
Education Assistance up to $5,250 annually
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 have issues applying or have any questions about this position, please reach out to us at hr@grafton.org.
Grafton is an equal employment opportunity employer and tobacco-free workplace.
#LP
Qualifications Skills Behaviors Motivations Education Required GED or better in General Studies.
High School or better in General Studies.
Experience Licenses & Certifications Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.
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