Community and Social Services, Cross-Functional, Dental Insurance, Driver's License, Flexible Spending Accounts, News Agency, Project/Program Management, Psychiatry and Mental Health, Retirement Plan, Vision Plan
LOCATION
Hampton, VA
POSTED
15 days ago
Direct Care Associate - Regional Supervised Housing Program
Schedule Monday-Friday 12:00 a.m. - 8:30 a.m.
Salary: $37,058
Shift Differential: Additional $2.50 per hour for evening, overnight, and weekend shifts worked
The Hampton-Newport News Community Services Board is hiring a Full-Time Direct Care Associate to support adults living with serious mental illness in our Regional Supervised Housing Program. This is a meaningful opportunity to help individuals build stability, strengthen daily living skills, and work toward greater independence in a supportive residential setting.
In this role, you will work overnight to ensure residents are safe, supported, and following their individualized service plans. You will be part of a team that focuses on recovery, respect, and helping individuals remain successfully in the community.
What You'll Do
Provide supervision and support to residents in a residential mental health setting
Assist with daily living needs and promote independent living skills
Monitor resident wellbeing, behavior, and overall progress
Document observations and complete required shift notes
Respond to resident needs and support a safe, structured environment
Communicate with your team to ensure continuity of care
Maintain confidentiality and uphold client rights at all times
About the Program
The Regional Supervised Housing Program supports adults with serious mental illness and co-occurring substance use disorders. The goal is to reduce hospitalizations and help individuals live as independently as possible with the right level of structure and support.
Qualifications
At least one (1) year of experience supporting adults with serious mental illness
Valid driver's license required
Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team
Benefits
We offer a competitive salary and a strong benefits package, including:
11 Paid Holidays
Virginia Retirement System (VRS)
Paid Annual and Sick Leave
Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
Life and Disability Insurance
Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
403(b) Retirement Plan
Wellness Incentives
If you're looking for a stable full-time position where your work truly makes a difference every night, we encourage you to apply.
The selected candidate must successfully pass a criminal history fingerprint background investigation, DMV record check, Child Registry search, drug screening test and employment reference checks.