The purpose of the Direct Support Technician (DST) is to perform routine paraprofessional duties by providing assistance, support, and training to adult individuals with intellectual disabilities, and/or physical and /or sensory impairments.

• DSTs are responsible for ensuring the health, safety, and well-being of the individuals served by assisting them in self-care, communication, mobility, and personal living skills.
• Connecting and integrating clients within the community by accessing a variety of community resources and opportunities for socialization and recreation.
• Implements various training programs in the areas of communication, self-care, independent living, self-management, and socialization/recreation.
• Access community resources, such as community centers, volunteer opportunities, parks, malls, restaurants, museums, etc.
• Provide assistance to residents with their personal care and hygiene, as well as meal preparation and assistance with eating/drinking as needed. Perform a variety of tasks involving cleanliness and maintenance of a safe and healthy living environment. This involves the ability to use a Hoyer Lift.
• Completing progress/case notes, daily log, and other program or agency forms as needed
• Performs other related tasks as required

The City of Chesapeake offers an exceptional range of benefits. Please browse our Benefits Brochure, for a full list of benefits and employee perks.

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