Day Support Program Specialist - Q

Title: Day Support Program Specialist - Q

State Role Title: 49053

Hiring Range: Up to $50,000 commensurate with experience

Pay Band: 3

Agency: Dept Behavioral Health/Develop

Location: Southeastern VA Training Ctr

Agency Website: https://dbhds.virginia.gov/facilities/sevtc/employment

Recruitment Type: General Public - G

Passionate about helping others? Start a rewarding career at Southeastern Virginia Training Center!

Southeastern Virginia Training Center (SEVTC), a facility within the Virginia Department of Behavioral Health & Developmental Services (DBHDS), is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Day Support Program Specialist – Q to support individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD). This role is responsible for providing structured day support services that promote independence, skill development, and meaningful engagement both on campus and in the community.

The Day Support Program Specialist – Q plays a key role in delivering person-centered supports that enhance quality of life, encourage community integration, and foster ongoing skill advancement.

About Us

At Southeastern Virginia Training Center (SEVTC) we serve citizens with intellectual and developmental disabilities. We are an intermediate care facility operated by the Department of Behavioral health and Developmental Services (DBHDS) where we support individuals in state-of-the-art homes with accommodations unique to their specific needs. At SEVTC, we take pride in providing our individuals with a person-centered approach, fostering their independence, and ensuring their life is fully realized to their potential. Our employees are our most valuable asset, and we take time to invest in their health, wellness, and happiness.

All new hires must successfully complete the facility’s Pre-service training program for Direct Support Professional Staff, to include Person Centered Approach techniques, CPR/First Aid Certification, TOVA, medication administration, nutritional management and physical/behavioral management, for continued employment. Training in behavior management and crisis intervention is available. (Preservice training class is 12 days long 8:00 am to 4:30 pm and one day 2p-10p).

 

About the Role

• Plan, develop, and implement individualized day support programs aligned with each individual’s Support Plan.
• Facilitate skill-building activities including communication, daily living skills, recreation, vocational readiness, and community integration.
• Provide direct coaching, support, and supervision during day support programming.
• Collaborate with QIDPs, Therapies, Nursing, and Residential Services to support holistic person-centered care.
• Complete accurate documentation such as progress notes, data tracking, and daily logs in compliance with CMS, DBHDS, and facility standards.
• Implement behavior support strategies and ensure safety across all program settings.
• Support community outings, recreational activities, and transportation needs.
• Participate in meetings, required trainings, and ongoing program development.

Skills and experience required:

We seek a candidate with experience in a day activity program, prevocational, vocational training and Recreation Therapy setting. We also seek the following:

• Bachelor's degree in one of the behavioral, social science or human service fields such as Special Education, Recreation Therapy, Psychology, Nursing or Social Work.

• Ability to write and verbally communicate effectively with Personal Support Team members, community employers, and business representatives, including summarizing data and writing concise progress reports.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced team environment.
• Ability to work independently while carrying out instructions and directives.
• Ability to maintain strict confidentiality with sensitive and highly confidential matters.
• Demonstrated ability to meet deadlines and perform tasks independently.
• Ability to organize and maintain workflow efficiently.
• Ability to prepare reports using MS Office products and databases.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work accurately with details.
• Ability to maintain and organize health information within the electronic health record (EHR).
• Experienced or has knowledgeable in securing individuals in vehicles using seat belts a